IT Security Lead

Role: IT Security Lead
Salary/Rate: market rates
Location: hybrid London + travel
Contract Duration: 3-6 months

We are currently looking for an IT Security Lead for an established IT Managed Service Provider delivering outsourced IT support, infrastructure management, and technology solutions to a diverse range of clients. The role is based between on site in central London and travel to client sites as needed, with a contract duration of 3-6 months.

The IT Security Lead is responsible for managing IT security incidents, leading technical projects and advising clients on best practices, especially around Cyber Essentials and cloud platforms Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.

Essential skills/experience required:

• 2+ years in IT security or IT project-based roles.
• Experience with Cyber Essentials, client risk assessments and delivering security training.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and endpoint security.
• Familiarity with Windows/macOS/Linux environments and basic server administration.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, professional, and approachable attitude.
• Desirable - Microsoft 365 admin experience (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, Azure AD).
• Desirable - Knowledge of ISO 27001/9001 standards.
• Desirable - CompTIA certifications (Security+, Network+, etc.).
• Desirable - Experience with tools like Endpoint Central or ESET.

Role/Responsibilities:

• Act as the go-to expert for escalated security incidents across Microsoft 365, Google Workspace and endpoint devices.
• Lead client-facing security initiatives, including Cyber Essentials certifications, risk assessments and awareness training.
• Oversee and deliver IT projects such as office moves, cloud migrations, and onboarding/offboarding processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project execution and high-quality support.
• Provide guidance on best practices in cloud security, DNS protection (SPF, DKIM, DMARC), and compliance.
• Maintain accurate documentation, contribute to internal policies, and support ISO and security frameworks.
• Work flexibly across client sites, the London office, and remotely, with occasional out-of-hours work when needed.

If you are interested in the above role, please click Apply Now and send a CV for quick review.

Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a better way for us to communicate, please do let us know.

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