Cybersecurity Engineer, Security Programmes (Contract)

[What the role is] You will drive and deliver cybersecurity programmes and initiatives across the organisation through overseeing end-to-end projects with internal and external stakeholders to enhance organisational security posture and compliance. Working with cross-functional stakeholders, you will define scope, manage schedules and dependencies, track risks and issues, and report progress to leadership. [What you will be working on] Cyber Exercises • Plan, coordinate and execute complex cyber exercises involving multiple business and technology stakeholders with varying priorities, managing vendor evaluation, procurement processes and security clearance requirements. • .Develop comprehensive exercise frameworks including realistic scenarios, participant matrices, detailed logistics coordination (venues, equipment, access arrangements), and supporting artefacts while facilitating stakeholder review and approval processes across competing requirements. • Monitor participant performance and exercise flow throughout exercise, then drive thorough post-exercise analysis, lessons learnt consolidation, action item tracking and closure with accountable owners across departments and organisational boundaries. Phishing Simulation Exercises • Coordinate end-to-end phishing simulation exercises across diverse organisational audiences, managing campaign scheduling, vendor coordination, content approvals and complex stakeholder communications. • Analyse results and identify vulnerability patterns across departments, send personalised results notifications to affected participants, and implement education frameworks including classroom training and counselling sessions. • Drive systematic follow-up actions and targeted remediation programmes while balancing educational impact with operational constraints. Cybersecurity Awareness Programme • Manage end-to-end delivery of mandatory cybersecurity e-learning programmes across the organisation, coordinating with third-party content providers while navigating competing deadlines and stakeholder expectations. • Achieve 100% completion targets through systematic tracking, targeted follow-up communications, escalation management with supervisors, and comprehensive regulatory compliance reporting. • Monitor participation metrics across departments, document legitimate exemptions with appropriate justifications and approvals, and coordinate with stakeholders to address completion gaps while maintaining audit-ready documentation. • Develop and implement cyber event strategies aligned with organisational objectives. • Manage event budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure successful delivery within constraints. • Liaise with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and service providers to coordinate event logistics. Cybersecurity Advisories • Coordinate development and dissemination of evidence-based cybersecurity advisories, planning advisory timing in accordance with phishing exercise schedules to maximise educational impact while translating complex technical inputs into actionable guidance for diverse audiences. • Manage multi-channel deployment (email, intranet, visual aids) while balancing urgent threat communications with planned advisory schedules, reserving flexibility for ad-hoc advisory requests and competing organisational priorities. • Maintain distribution frameworks, communication templates and engagement tracking while ensuring rapid response capability for emerging threats and incidents. Cybersecurity Project Management • Lead and manage cybersecurity projects across the organisation, including tool implementation, process improvements, and compliance initiatives. • Collaborate with business units to ensure successful delivery and adoption whilst managing multiple workstreams, timelines, and dependencies. • Track project milestones, risks, budgets, and provide strategic reporting to enhance organisational security posture. Vendor & Contract Management • Manage cybersecurity vendors including awareness platforms, incident response partners, and security solution providers. • Oversee contract renewals, performance reviews, SLAs, and procurement processes whilst ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory requirements. • Conduct comprehensive vendor evaluations, manage security clearance requirements, and coordinate procurement processes. [What we are looking for] • Minimum 3 years of experience in IT programme/project-related work (e.g., Planning and executing awareness programmes and events). • Minimum 2 years of experience in Cybersecurity (e.g., Implementation of security tools in enterprise environment, security awareness, incident response, or related domains). • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, Communications, or related disciplines). • Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, Security+, GCIH, or equivalent). • Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum certifications). • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams, timelines and dependencies, with strong attention to detail. • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills; enjoys engaging both technical and non-technical audiences. • Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data, identify trends and translate insights into actionable recommendations. • Thrives in highly collaborative, fast-paced environments with frequent stakeholder interactions and presentations. • Experience with data analysis, creating dashboards and reports for management reporting. • Ability to work independently and assume responsibility for programme deliverables • Experience in reporting and dashboarding tools (e.g., JIRA, Excel, Power BI, Tableau). • Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies. • Automation skills (e.g., Python, VBA, Power Automate, scripting) for process improvement and efficiency. 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