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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Cyber Specialist - **Company:** Reed - **Location:** Birmingham, UK (Remote available) - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Document Management Systems, Salesforce.Com, Api Design, Servicenow - **Published:** September 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/technical-cyber-specialist/57401469 ## About the Role * Experience supporting security assurance and risk management in live environments. * Familiarity with cloud and SaaS platforms (AWS exposure preferred). * Ability to work methodically with evidence, risks, and actions. * Comfortable working across multiple workstreams. * Practical, delivery-focused approach. * Experience assessing security risks across API-driven and integration-heavy environments. * Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to challenge delivery teams constructively. * Ability to develop risk positions, remediation plans, and actionable security recommendations. * Excellent written communication skills, producing concise assurance documentation for technical and non-technical audiences. * Experience engaging with stakeholders ranging from engineers and architects to senior security leadership. Desirable Skills: * Exposure to public sector or regulated environments. * Experience with ServiceNow, Salesforce, or similar SaaS platforms. * Interest or exposure to OT / IoT / PropTech security. * Exposure to GovAssure or government assurance frameworks. * Experience working within central government environments. * Knowledge of cloud security architecture principles within AWS environments. Soft Skills: * Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills. * Able to act as a constructive "critical friend" when identifying security risks and weaknesses. * Comfortable operating in fast-paced environments with multiple competing priorities. * Pragmatic approach, balancing security requirements with delivery objectives. ## Description Join Reed Professional Services (RPS), a leading digital transformation consultancy, as a Security Consultant. This role is pivotal in supporting a fast-paced digital portfolio that includes cloud-hosted platforms, enterprise SaaS solutions, and integration-heavy services. Ideal for a strong mid-level consultant, this position offers the opportunity to work within delivery teams and support senior consultants in ensuring robust cyber security across our projects. 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