Cyber Security Lead

October 27, 2025

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Job Title: Cyber Security Lead
Location: Remote / London office (occasional travel)
Salary: £50,000
Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview:
We are seeking a hands-on Cyber Security Lead to drive cybersecurity across a family of independent specialist schools. You will take ownership of protecting staff, students, and data, coordinating with multiple MSPs, managing cyber risk, monitoring threats, and embedding robust security practices across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Act as the central point for all cybersecurity matters and incident response.
Maintain the cybersecurity risk register and lead Cyber Essentials certification.
Oversee Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace security, including vulnerability management, patching, MFA, and email security.
Coordinate security audits, penetration tests, and third-party application reviews.
Manage and monitor MSP performance, ensuring consistent security standards.
Promote cybersecurity awareness, provide guidance, and support staff training.
Report on cyber incidents, risks, and improvements to senior leadership.

Requirements:

4-6 years' experience in IT or cybersecurity roles.
Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace security controls.
Experience managing or working with MSPs.
Familiarity with Cyber Essentials, NCSC guidance, or ISO 27001 principles.
Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISMP, or equivalent experience.
Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex concepts to non-technical audiences.
Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities remotely.
Commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children.

Desirable:

Experience supporting multi-site organisations.
Strong understanding of GDPR principles.

Benefits:

Competitive salary with pension, life assurance, sick pay, and enhanced family benefits
Support for professional development
25 days annual leave (increasing with promotion) plus Christmas gifted days
Flexible / hybrid working arrangements

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

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