Overview
Senior Security Specialist Jobs in England, United Kingdom at Cognitive Group | Part of the Focus Cloud Group
Title: Senior Security Specialist
Company: Cognitive Group | Part of the Focus Cloud Group
Location: England, United Kingdom
In this role you will shape the security strategy for cutting-edge products. Our client, a leading Microsoft Partner are looking for a Security Specialist to drive secure design, development, and deployment across the entire product lifecycle. You’ll work on large-scale transformation programs, tackling IoT/OT security challenges and protecting critical digital assets.
What’s on offer:
Work with industry-leading companies on game-changing security projects.
Career growth with a people-first approach—tailored development to match your strengths.
The freedom to innovate and explore new security technologies.
A dynamic, fast-paced environment where your impact truly matters.
Why You?
Proven experience in security strategy, secure product development, and deployment.
An expert in security frameworks such as NIST, IEC, HITRUST, HIPAA, GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC
Experience assessing security risks (penetration testing, threat modeling, security testing).
You have experience securing industrial environments and IoT ecosystems.
Holds cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP, CISM (or equivalent).
Ability to obtain or hold DV/SC Clearance
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute security strategies for products, ensuring robust security measures are integrated from design to deployment.
Assess and mitigate security risks through penetration testing, threat modeling, and security testing.
Implement security frameworks and standards such as FDA cybersecurity guidance, NIST, IEC, HITRUST, HIPAA, GDPR, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type 2.
Ensure compliance with security policies and work closely with Quality Management Systems to maintain regulatory adherence.
Provide guidance on IoT security best practices and threat mitigation strategies.
Evaluate penetration test results, apply compensating security controls, and determine risk.
