Cyber Security Specialist - (Security Connector)

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking Cyber Security Specialists (Security Connector) to work for our client in the Banking sector. This is an assignment hybrid-based in London or Manchester.

Our client is looking for Cyber Security Specialists to act as the link between security and the wider business and technology teams. The role will bring broad security expertise to modern enterprise technology, including Cloud and AI. It will suit experienced security professionals who stay ahead of emerging threats and can turn security standards into practical guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the link between security and business and technology teams, giving practical security guidance.
• Carry out threat modelling using frameworks such as STRIDE and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Review modern architectures, including RESTful APIs and containerised microservices, and advise on security.
• Give security input across endpoint, network, cryptography and IAM domains.
• Support secure use of public and private cloud environments and AI technologies.
• Track emerging threats and assess how they could affect the organisation.
• Align security practices with standards such as ISO 27000 series, PCI DSS, COBIT, NIST and OWASP.
• Identify security risks and recommend proportionate controls and remediation.

• Broad knowledge of modern enterprise technology, including Cloud and AI.
• Exposure to RESTful APIs and containerised microservices.
• Experience with threat modelling frameworks such as STRIDE and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Significant knowledge of endpoint, network, cryptography and IAM security.
• Awareness of ISO 27000 series, PCI DSS, COBIT, NIST and OWASP.
• A security management certification such as CISSP, CISM or CCSP, and a technical security certification such as CEH or OSCP (or equivalent).
• Experience of public and/or private cloud environments.

FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK ‘Best Employer’.

Diversity and Inclusion

FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

Why join us

• Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career
• Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad
• Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field
• Annual leave and work-place pension