Cyber Security Specialist

We have partnered with an established technology business operating a large-scale SaaS platform, looking for a Cyber Security Specialist to strengthen its cloud security, vulnerability management and security operations.

This is a hands-on opportunity to take ownership of security improvements across a live SaaS environment, working closely with engineering teams, senior leadership and wider technology stakeholders.

Secure a SaaS Platform. Own Vulnerability Management. Strengthen Cloud Security.

Why This Opportunity?

• Real Ownership: Manage vulnerability findings, remediation priorities and security improvements across a SaaS platform.
• Modern Cloud Environment: Work across Microsoft Azure, cloud infrastructure, applications, endpoints and containerised workloads.
• Technical & Compliance Exposure: Combine hands-on security operations with ISO 27001, risk management and security governance.
• Direct Impact: Collaborate with engineering teams and senior stakeholders to improve security processes and resilience.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working with just 2 days per week in the Manchester office.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage vulnerability remediation across SaaS applications, Azure infrastructure, endpoints and cloud workloads.
• Priorities security findings based on severity, risk and remediation SLAs.
• Operate and improve security monitoring tools and SOC-related processes.
• Support ISO 27001 compliance, control ownership and audit readiness.
• Monitor security risks, outstanding vulnerabilities and remediation progress.
• Produce monthly security metrics and reporting for senior stakeholders.

Experience with any of the following would be beneficial: You don't need to be an expert in every technology listed.

Microsoft Defender | Microsoft Sentinel | SIEM | EDR | Vulnerability Scanning | Azure Security | Microsoft Entra ID | CSPM | Container Security | DevSecOps | Incident Response | ISO 27001

Any Relevant Industry Backgrounds are great to have:

SaaS | Software Development | Cloud Services | Technology Platforms | IT Services | Managed Services (MSP) | Cyber Security Consulting