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We're hiring a dynamic professional to lead our Cyber Security Training, Awareness, and Business Engagement initiatives. This role focuses on educating employees, building a security-first culture, and strengthening collaboration across the business.

You don't need to be a cybersecurity expert-strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and training experience are key. Cyber knowledge or some exposure in creating cyber training or awareness program would be great.

Job Title: Training & Engagement Lead - Cyber Security

Location: Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid)

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

Design and deliver engaging security training (e-learning, workshops, phishing simulations).Create annual awareness plans aligned to risk and compliance needs.Partner with HR, IT, and business units to embed security in everyday processes.Tailor content for high-risk groups (e.g., leadership, IT, HR).Report on engagement metrics and programme effectiveness.

What You'll Need:

5+ years in training, awareness, or change management (cybersecurity exposure a bonus).Excellent communication and stakeholder skills.Experience with LMS or digital learning tools.Strong organisation and analytical skills.Relevant degrees or certifications (e.g., CISA, CISM, CISSP) welcome but not required.

***No Sponsorship Available***

***Only 1G Dependent/Stamp 4/EU Citizens***

The Next Step for you: Should this position be of interest to you, please forward your CV to Pankaj Sharma at GCS Recruitment specialists at [email protected] or call on +353-46901-1902.

GCS is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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We currently have an exciting opportunity as an Alarms & Security Systems Manager working out of our Reading, This role is a great opportunity to join an ambitious Protective Security team with big plans for the future!

As the Alarms & Security Systems Manager, you will be responsible for our Alarm Monitoring Centre (AMC), which continuously monitors the security of our estate. The AMC is connected to these remote sites through multi-face communications to CCTV, IDS, Electronic access control to Radio pad systems, ADSL line, etc.

What you will be doing as an Alarms & Security Systems Manager

The successful candidate will line manage the team of Alarm Operatives and engage, collaborate, and influence key internal and external stakeholders. Analysing and identifying operational issues, agreeing and implementing improvements to reduce false positives, which in turn should improve the effectiveness of the AMC response.

Take responsibility for the AMC team, which runs 24/7, 365 days per year.Responsible for any projects related to the AMC or wider security team (e.g. the upgrade project), ensuring successful delivery.Responsible for Risk Management of the AMS with the ability to respond quickly to incidents.Deputise for senior members of the team and be part of the 'escalation rota'.Continuous Improvement of the AMC Operation and identify any operational/ process improvements.Responsible for the ID/access card requests for staff and contractors (printing, issuing and deletion) as per the TW policy.Hold key relationships with internal senior managers and external stakeholders. Specifically, collaborating with Operational Technology to agree and inform the strategic development of the IT Systems and security equipment.

The base location for this role will be Reading, on a Hybrid basis.

Hours of work are 36 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

What you should bring to the role

Experience Required:

Experience of working in a regulated environment, ideally the water industry, i.e., utilities, government department, critical national infrastructure, etc.Expert in physical security and associated Security Systems. (protective security, intelligence, security management, or risk management)Have experience in the design and application of physical & personnel security measures.A strong leader with negotiation and people influencing skills. Ability to communicate at all levels, present to an audience and build strong relationships.Understanding of security regulations, laws, and industry standards. (e.g. SEMD, PSG, WUKSS, NPSA)Security Institute Diploma (level 5) in Security Management.Valid membership of Professional Security Body with active membership and evidence of CPD, e.g. The Security Institute (Syl) or The Association of Security Consultants. (ASC)Other recognised security qualifications, e.g. ASIS Physical Security Professional. (PSP)

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) before starting within this role.

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Head of SOC Operations - URGENT

Start date: ASAP Location: London (1-2 days a week in the office) Contract length: 6 Months initially (likely to extend) Company: FTSE 100 Company

How you will contribute..
The Head of SOC Operations will play a critical role in, overseeing the 24/7/365 monitoring, detection, and response to cybersecurity threats and incidents, ensuring operational excellence, threat intelligence integration, and alignment with the organization's security objectives.

The ideal candidate is a proven cybersecurity leader with a deep understanding of security operations, threat landscapes, incident response, and team leadership. This individual will play a key role in shaping the future of our cyber defense capabilities.

Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the daily operations of the Security Operations Center, including managing a multi-tiered team of managers, analysts, and incident responders.Develop and execute SOC strategy, goals, and KPIs in alignment with organizational cybersecurity and business objectives.Oversee incident detection, triage, investigation, and coordinated response efforts to mitigate threats in real time.Ensure continuous improvement of security monitoring tools, automation, playbooks, and threat detection capabilities.Collaborate with other cybersecurity teams, IT, legal, compliance, and business units to ensure an integrated approach to incident handling and threat mitigation.Manage relationships with third-party vendors, MSSPs, and threat intelligence providers.Prepare and present metrics, risk assessments, and incident reports to executive leadership and board-level stakeholders.Lead post-incident reviews to improve processes and resilience.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the threat landscape, emerging technologies, and compliance requirements.Develop training and professional development plans to continuously grow team capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (Master's preferred).Extensive experience in cybersecurity leadership within a SOC or incident response function.Strong knowledge of security technologies, SIEM platforms (e.g., Chronicle, Splunk, QRadar), EDR tools, firewalls, and network security.Experience with security frameworks and regulations (NIST, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK, CIS, etc.).Demonstrated experience leading security incident investigations and crisis response.Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent are highly preferred.

Preferred Skills:

Experience managing global SOC operations.Familiarity with cloud security operations (AWS, Azure, GCP).Proficiency with automation and orchestration tools (SOAR platforms).Strong analytical mindset and the ability to make high-pressure decisions.

If interested, please apply and a consultant will be in touch asap!

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Cyber Security Engineer | Dublin / Hybrid

A dynamic and growing organisation is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to join its team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting and maintaining enterprise-grade security technologies and helping to deliver threat detection and response capabilities to a wide variety of clients.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will work alongside internal teams and client stakeholders to maintain and enhance security monitoring infrastructure across SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and related platforms. You'll be involved in everything from onboarding new data sources to incident response, troubleshooting, and improving security posture through automation and data analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate and maintain a distributed, multi-tenant SIEM, SOAR, and EDR environment

Onboard and maintain data sources from OS, appliances, applications, etc.

Build dashboards, queries, and visualisations to meet client needs

Troubleshoot data ingestion and infrastructure issues

Support full lifecycle management of security event sources

Coordinate with vendors and internal teams for issue resolution and project delivery

Administer enterprise security controls and services

Maintain detailed documentation for security tooling and environments

Configure and integrate log sources into SIEM, SOAR, and VA solutions

Continuously assess and improve the security monitoring environment

Stay up to date with emerging threats and security trends

Ideal Candidate Profile:

3-4 years' experience in IT or Cybersecurity

2-3 years' hands-on experience with SIEM solutions (multi-tenant environments desirable)

Strong understanding of SIEM, UEBA, and log analysis techniques

Skilled in scripting (Python, PowerShell, etc.)

Experience with endpoint security and intrusion detection tools

Familiarity with TCP/IP traffic and log analysis

Working knowledge of machine learning in cybersecurity and cloud technologies

Experience integrating and managing enterprise security tools

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Fluent English

Location

Based in Dublin with hybrid flexibility

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Role: Platform Security Engineer
Duration: 6-month rolling
Rate: Up to £750/day Inside IR35
Location: London, 3 days on site

Financial Services

I have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Platform Security Engineer to join one of my Hedge Fund clients on a rolling contract.

Specifically looking for someone who has:

Hands-on experience implementing security best practices into SDLC and devops workflows.Strong experience with GitlabExperience with API Security.Strong experience coding in Python

The client is looking to move quickly with availability to interview this week, to find out more, please apply now or drop an email with a copy of your CV to [email protected]

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Job Title: Cyber Security Project Manager

Location: Dublin(remote from Europe/UK is also okay)
Contract: 3 month rolling day rate contract 450-500 euros per day (outside IR35)

Immediate start

Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated Project Manager with a keen interest in Project Management and Cyber Security. This role is based in Dublin but can be worked remotely from Europe/UK.

What you will be doing in the role:

Managing cyber projects for the orgs customer base.Managing project rollouts with technologies such as Rapid 7, CrowdStrike, MS Defender, MS Sentinel, Sentinel One etc, EDR, XDR, SIEM, endpoint, firewall refreshesYou will be customer facing and working with various levels of stakeholders.Managing project documentation.

Your background:

Experience in Project Management and Cyber Security: A strong interest in these areas is essential.Experience managing cyber security projects is essential.Experience managing Managing project rollouts with technologies such as Rapid 7, CrowdStrike, MS Defender, MS Sentinel, Sentinel One etc, EDR, XDR, SIEM, endpoint, firewall refreshes

What's in it for you:
An excellent opportunity to work on innovative projects, expand your knowledge in Cyber Security and Project Management, and develop your skillset within a supportive and dynamic team.

The Next Step for you:
Should this position be of interest to you, please forward your CV to Oisín Geoghegan at GCS Recruitment specialists at [email protected] or call on 019014378

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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My client is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Security Lead to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and play a pivotal role in securing the cloud infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and manage cloud security solutions across various platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle and ensure secure deployment of cloud-based applications.Monitor and respond to security incidents, providing expert analysis and recommendations for remediation.Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud security trends, threats, and technologies to continuously improve the organisation's security posture.

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Cloud Security Tech Consultant

Contract - £550p/d Outside IR35

12 Months

We are currently seeking a highly-skilled and experienced Technical Cloud Security Consultant to join a small close nit Security Team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in cloud security and possess strong technical knowledge.

Responsibilities:

Designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud security solutionsConducting security assessments and creating risk management strategiesProviding technical support and guidance to the team on security best practicesCollaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with CMMC requirementsStaying up-to-date with the latest security trends and technologies

Requirements:

Extensive experience in cloud security and architectureStrong understanding of CMMC requirements and implementationProficiency in English languageExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsRelevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are a plus

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Location: Security Awareness Specialist
Contract Length: 6 months
Rate: £550p/d
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:
We are seeking a talented Cyber Security Awareness Specialist to join our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will be pivotal in designing and delivering impactful cybersecurity awareness campaigns to educate and engage employees on best practices for safeguarding organisational assets. You will play a key role in building a culture of security within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity awareness program tailored to organisational needs.Design engaging content, including newsletters, training materials, infographics, and videos, to communicate cybersecurity best practices.Conduct organisation-wide training sessions, workshops, and simulations to enhance employee understanding of cyber threats.Collaborate with stakeholders across IT, HR, and other departments to integrate security awareness into daily operations.Measure and report on the effectiveness of awareness campaigns and initiatives, using metrics such as phishing simulation results and employee feedback.Keep up to date with the latest cybersecurity threats and trends to ensure training materials are current and relevant.Support compliance with security frameworks and regulations by ensuring awareness efforts align with organisational policies.

Key Skills and Experience:

Proven experience in cybersecurity awareness or training roles.Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threats, and best practices.Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and educate diverse audiences.Creative approach to content creation and employee engagement.Familiarity with tools for phishing simulations, e-learning platforms, and training analytics.Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Security+ are advantageous but not mandatory.Experience in aligning awareness programs with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or GDPR is a plus.

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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