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Computappoint

Cyber Security Specialist

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London, United kingdom

Freelance

15-01-2026

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Communication Incident Response Microsoft 365 Monitoring Effective Communication Azure

Job Specifications

Rate: £500 Outside IR35
Project Duration: Initial 3 months
Hybrid: 3 days onsite a week (Liverpool Street)Cyber Security Contractor | Outside IR35 Contract

Rate: £500
Hybrid: 3 days per week onsite (Liverpool Street)
Industry: Financial Services/Highly regulated environment
Duration: Initial 3 months Job Summary:
Our client, financial services sector, is seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security Specialist to deliver hands-on security improvements with a deep technical expertise across modern security platforms, including Netskope, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Purview, and Mimecast. They've already built out a solid security stack and are planning to implement CyberArk for IAM/PAM, with a lot of audits going on. They're looking for someone to help tighten and improve the security controls. Key must-have experience includes supporting Cyber Essentials Plus recertification, helping implement IAM/PAM, and reviewing and strengthening Purview DLP. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in regulated industries and a track record of delivering practical security solutions with minimal supervision.

Key Requirements:

Implement and optimize Netskope Layer 7 security policies while identifying and resolving configuration gaps
Provide security expertise during the migration from AirWatch to Microsoft Intune
Support the organizations Cyber Essentials Plus recertification process and related compliance work
Enhance Microsoft Purview configurations including DLP controls and data classification frameworks
Deliver security monitoring support and participate in incident response activities when required
Develop a centralized Trust Centre and standardized documentation for vendor security assessments Qualifications and Requirements:

Strong technical expertise with Mimecast, Netskope, CrowdStrike, CyberArk, and Microsoft Purview platforms
Must-have experience supporting or implementing Cyber Essentials Plus certification programs
Strong experience assisting on CyberArk implementation
Extensive working with Purview DLP enhancement
In-depth understanding of security architectures within Microsoft 365/Azure ecosystems and E5 environments
Professional experience within regulated sectors, particularly financial services industries
Self-sufficient working style with the capability to manage deliverables autonomously and apply practical security approaches
Effective communication skills for collaboration across technical and business-focused audiences To be considered, please ensure you complete your application on the Computappoint website. Services offered by Computappoint Limited are those of an Employment Business and/or Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

About the Company

With over 25 years of experience our recruiters know the industry back to front and inside out. Our success has come from their ability to be able to source not just excellent candidates but the right candidates. We are a driven and focused team with a winning formula for success based on three components; honesty, integrity and professionalism, values that are upheld by every employee. Our ethos has led to us developing many long-standing relationships with many clients and candidates alike in an ever-expanding network of ... Know more