Cyber Security Specialist Permanent Location: Blackpool (Hybrid - 3 days in the office) Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 ( excellent benefits) Skills: NIST, ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, Supplier Management, Excellent Communication skills, CISM, CISSP We are looking to recruit a Cyber Security Specialist for a technology driven public sector organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in overseeing and assuring the cyber security performance of multiple key suppliers as part of a major transformation programme. This is a hybrid role and you will be required to work onsite in London 3 days a week. This is an excellent opportunity for a process driven Security professional to join a reputable public sector organisation during a period of substantial business transformation. About You We are looking for a proactive and experienced professional who can demonstrate: Extensive experience in managing and holding service providers accountable for delivering critical cyber security services, particularly through governance forums. A strong track record of delivering clear, impactful written and oral presentations on cyber security and risk management to senior internal and external stakeholders. Substantial experience in assuring compliance with frameworks such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cyber Security Framework (CSF) and ISO27001. Proven ability to conduct detailed cyber security risk assessments, develop effective risk mitigation plans aligned with business objectives, and present findings to senior leadership. Experience in creating performance metrics that align cyber security outcomes with business goals, providing actionable insights to senior management. Significant expertise in responding to and managing security incidents and breaches, as well as overseeing vulnerability management, system hardening, detection, and recovery processes. Deep understanding of implementing security solutions for cloud transformation, data management, and data storage. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to review, challenge, and utilise complex technical information to provide strategic advice and guidance to senior stakeholders.