At a Glance
- Tasks: Protect member data and information systems from cyber threats in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join Prospect, a leading trade union supporting over 165,000 professionals across the UK.
- Benefits: Enjoy up to 33 days annual leave, flexible working, and a strong pension scheme.
- Other info: Diverse workplace committed to equality and professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in safeguarding vital information while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in cyber security with knowledge of IT security principles and frameworks.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are looking for a Cyber Security Officer to join our IT & Digital team. In this role, you will be responsible for protecting Prospect's information systems, infrastructure and member data from internal and external cyber threats. The ideal candidate will have strong experience working in cyber security and IT security principles and frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain IT security framework
- Develop security policies and procedures
- Conduct vulnerability management and patching
- Manage supply chain risk management
- Owning the change management process for any cyber related implementation
- Monitor, detect and respond to cyber threats
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Strong understanding of security principles and frameworks
- Worked in cyber security for 5 years and more
- Knowledge of vulnerability tools and SIEM
- A broad conceptual understanding of IT systems, networks and application security
- Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Relevant ITIL qualifications
- ISC2 or other relevant qualifications
How to Apply
To apply please select 'Apply now'. As part of the applications process you will need to complete an application form which will ask for details of your work, education and training history and to complete a supporting statement. Our panel will use the information shared in the application to shortlist so please use the space to demonstrate how your experience, knowledge, skills and personal qualities meet the outlined requirements. We would recommend reviewing the Role Profile/Job Specification linked at the bottom of this advert. If you have any questions please contact us.
Closing date: 21st July 2026 - Noon (CV's alone will not be accepted). Interviews will be held on 28th July in our London Office.
Prospect Union Equal Opportunity Statement
Prospect Union is committed to creating a diverse environment and is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All our applicants will be given careful consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, physical and mental disability, age, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, and any other protected status.
Prospect is a leading trade union that delivers advice, support, representation and a voice for our members. We are a not-for-profit organisation with over 250 staff helping to support more than 150,000 people in specialist, professional and technical roles across the private and public sectors. Our members want to get on at work. They work in a diverse range of professions, including energy, science, engineering, heritage, defence, entertainment and digital. As a union for modern working life we aim to get the best deal for our members by using evidence and building partnerships – while never being scared to call employers out when they get things wrong. Our priorities are to grow our membership through attracting new members and to improve our impact, whether that is helping members win improvements at work or changing the policy environment which affects them. Diversity is an important value for the trade union movement, and as an organisation we are passionate about promoting equality and equity at work and are committed to it for all our staff; we would be particularly interested in applications from groups that are underrepresented in the workplace.
Prospect is a great place to work – We offer a good work-life balance, flexible working options and offer support for learning and development.
Employee benefits
- Up to 33 days annual leave per year.
- Annual incremental salary steps until the maximum is reached.
- Office closure over the Christmas period.
- Contributory defined benefit pension scheme with high employer contribution rate.
- Employee Assistance Programme which offers telephone counselling and a website with many useful toolkits.
- Eye care voucher scheme and cycle to work scheme.
- Access to training to support career development.
- Access to Prospect member services benefits including shopping, travel, health and insurance discounts.
Prospect is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals and complying with our obligations under GDPR. Please see the Candidate Applicants' Privacy Notice which explains how Prospect will process and hold your information when you apply for a vacancy and your rights as a data subject.
Cyber Security Officer in London employer: Prospect Trade Union
Prospect is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring our team members are equipped to tackle the evolving challenges in cyber security. Our inclusive culture fosters teamwork and creativity, making it a rewarding place to contribute to the protection of member data and information systems.
