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SC Cleared - Cyber Security Architect - Inside ir35
Posted Today by Opus Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Experience neededZero Trust architecture and adoptionPrivileged User Access Management (PUAM)Identity and access securit...
- Rate £600 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Onsite
- Location Blackpool, Lancashire
Cyber Security Engineer - Houston, TX, San Antonio, TX, Dallas, TX, Austin, TX.
Posted Today by TechniPros, LLC
Job SummaryWe are looking for a Cybersecurity to design and implement enterprise security architecture across cloud, net...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote or Houston, Texas
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Cyber Security Engineer - Detroit, MI, Madison, WI, Columbus, OH, Chicago, IL,...
Posted 1 day ago by TechniPros, LLC
Job SummaryWe are looking for a Senior SOC & Threat Detection Engineer to strengthen enterprise detection and respon...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote or Detroit, Michigan
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Sr Security Assessment Specialist (Information Security, Terraform, Ansible, Pyt...
Posted 1 day ago by K Anand Corporation
Location : USA -RemoteType of Job : Contract : 12 MonthsExperience : 15+ YearsJob descriptionUniversity degr...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
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Cyber Security Engineer - St. Louis, MO, Nashville, TN, Kansas City, KS, Denver...
Posted 1 day ago by TechniPros, LLC
Job SummaryWe are seeking a Cloud & AI Security Engineer to secure enterprise cloud environments and AI workloads ac...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote or St. Louis, Missouri
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About Our Cybersecurity Contract Roles
What does a cybersecurity contractor do?
Cybersecurity contract work spans across a wide range of specialist disciplines to help organisations protect their systems, data, and operations from cyber threats. The cybersecurity contracting market encompasses penetration testing, security architecture, cloud security, application security, security operations, GRC, identity and access management, threat intelligence, and incident response, among other specialisms. Contractors are brought in when organisations need specific expertise they do not hold permanently, when a security programme requires additional resource, or when an incident or audit finding demands rapid specialist engagement.
The skills required vary enormously by specialism. Technical security contractors, such as penetration testers and security engineers, need deep hands-on expertise with attack techniques, security tooling, and the ability to identify and exploit vulnerabilities across a range of system types. Security architects need the ability to design security controls into complex enterprise and cloud environments. GRC professionals need strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, risk management methodologies, and compliance standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls. Across all cybersecurity disciplines, the ability to communicate risk clearly to non-technical stakeholders, including boards and senior executives, is increasingly valued as cybersecurity has become a board-level agenda item. Relevant certifications including CISSP, CISM, OSCP, and CREST qualifications are well regarded and frequently required across the market.
What is the market like for cybersecurity contractors?
The Cybersecurity contract market is one of the most active and resilient segments of the UK technology contracting market. Demand is driven by the persistent and evolving threat landscape, increasing regulatory requirements including NIS2, DORA, and the FCA's operational resilience framework, and the structural shortage of permanent cybersecurity professionals across UK organisations. The market has remained strong despite broader technology hiring slowdowns, as cybersecurity spend is largely non-discretionary for organisations handling sensitive data or operating critical infrastructure. Specialist areas including cloud security, application security, and OT security are experiencing the strongest demand growth, while rates across the market remain at a premium to comparable technology disciplines.
How much do cybersecurity contractors usually earn?
Contract rates for cybersecurity roles typically range from £500 to £900 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many cybersecurity vacancies are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 390 cybersecurity contract roles across the site. Data reviewed up to September 2026.