Summary: The Cyber Security Compliance Specialist will play a vital role in managing and enhancing the cybersecurity compliance of suppliers and third-party partners. This position involves reviewing and updating cybersecurity clauses in contracts, assessing supplier cybersecurity postures, and collaborating with various teams to implement necessary changes. The specialist will ensure adherence to the NIS Directive and Cyber Assessment Framework standards, thereby mitigating cybersecurity risks within the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and update standard cybersecurity clauses in supplier contracts to align with NIS enhanced CAF standards and NIS 2 regulations.
• Assess and document the cybersecurity posture of suppliers, identifying gaps or areas of non-compliance.
• Identify and recommend adjustments to supplier contracts to address cybersecurity deficiencies.
• Evaluate existing contracts and SLAs for compliance with eCAF and NIS 2 standards, recommending updates as necessary.
• Design and establish systems to monitor supplier compliance with cybersecurity clauses, conducting regular audits.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors and internal teams to negotiate and execute cybersecurity-related contractual changes.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in cyber security compliance, particularly in supplier risk management or contract review.
• Strong knowledge of NIS Directive, NIS 2 regulations, and Cyber Assessment Framework requirements.
• Experience working cross-functionally with risk management, procurement, legal, and third-party stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills for conveying technical cybersecurity requirements in a business context.
• Strong analytical skills for identifying cybersecurity gaps and designing actionable solutions.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Portsmouth

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT