Senior IT Security Specialist (ISP)

Seven Resourcing is seeking an experienced Senior IT Security Specialist to support a local authority in Yorkshire. This is a remote, high-impact contract role responsible for leading the organisation's cybersecurity strategy, governance, and risk management framework.

You'll play a key role in shaping and implementing enterprise-wide security initiatives - ensuring the organisation's digital infrastructure, cloud environments, and data are secure and compliant with recognised standards., * Develop, review, and maintain the organisation's IT Security Strategy in line with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

• Lead on cybersecurity governance frameworks, aligning them with enterprise architecture and digital transformation goals.
• Advise senior management and board members on cybersecurity risks and mitigation strategies.
• Identify, assess, and manage strategic risks - including technical, legal, financial, and reputational aspects.
• Evaluate and guide the secure adoption of new technologies such as AI, RPA, cloud, and hybrid infrastructure.
• Review and update security policies and procedures (e.g. acceptable use, remote access, incident response).
• Ensure compliance with NCSC guidance, ISO 27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials, GDPR, and related frameworks.
• Define clear security roles and responsibilities across departments.
• Oversee technical security design reviews, threat modelling, and vulnerability assessments.
• Manage security configurations in Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory, and IAM/PAM systems.
• Lead on security assurance, audits, and accreditation processes (e.g. PSN, Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO 27001).
• Monitor and respond to security alerts, threat intelligence, and SIEM outputs.
• Support Information Governance and Data Protection teams with policy harmonisation and compliance.

• Proven experience in IT Security leadership within large or complex organisations.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, compliance standards, and enterprise risk management.
• Strong technical understanding of cloud, network, and application security.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and influence at board level.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor) are highly desirable.

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