Chief Information Security Officer

Chief Information Security Officer

Posted 2 weeks ago by Anson McCade

Negotiable
Outside
Remote
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Summary: The role of vCISO / Cyber Security Compliance Consultant involves leading cyber compliance efforts within a strategic digital transformation programme for a 6-month contract. The position requires proven experience with ISO 27001 certification and a strong understanding of Microsoft/Azure environments. The consultant will work remotely with occasional travel to Belfast. The start date for this contract is 15 September 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead cyber compliance efforts within a high-impact transformation programme.
  • Ensure adherence to ISO 27001 certification standards.
  • Provide guidance on Cyber Essentials Plus compliance.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders in the higher education or university sector.
  • Support the implementation of security measures in Microsoft/Azure environments.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience with ISO 27001 certification.
  • Familiarity with Cyber Essentials Plus.
  • Background in higher education or university sector preferred.
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft/Azure environments.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Belfast

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Contract Opportunity: vCISO / Cyber Security Compliance Consultant

We’re seeking an experienced Cyber Security Consultant to join a strategic digital transformation programme for a 6-month contract starting 15 September 2025.

Key Details:

  • Role: vCISO / Cyber Security Compliance Consultant
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Start Date: 15/09/2025
  • Location: Remote with occasional travel to Belfast (monthly)
  • Outside IR35
  • Clearance: BPSS required

Requirements:

  • Proven experience with ISO 27001 certification
  • Familiarity with Cyber Essentials Plus (bonus)
  • Background in higher education or university sector preferred
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft/Azure environments

This is a great opportunity to lead cyber compliance efforts within a high-impact transformation programme.

Interested or know someone suitable? Get in touch to discuss further.