Senior Security Specialist - Framework & Process Lead

Senior Security Specialist (Framework & Process Lead)

Client: Telefónica Tech
Contract: 6 months Initial (Inside IR35)
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Remote (Hybrid preferred - London or York)

Overview

Telefónica Tech is supporting our customer in hiring a Senior Security Specialist to help shape and strengthen their security capability.

This is a high-impact, senior-level role focused on framework design, process improvement, and security maturity uplift. It is not a BAU operational position - we are looking for someone who can assess the current environment, identify gaps, and deliver meaningful, long-term improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess existing security processes, controls, and ways of working
• Design and support implementation of an improved security framework aligned to business needs
• Analyse Windows patching and vulnerability management processes and identify gaps
• Work with Ivanti security tools (including Ivanti Neurons) to review configuration and optimise usage
• Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and control weaknesses
• Recommend and deliver process improvements and remediation activities
• Ensure security practices align with business operations and risk appetite
• Produce clear documentation and strategic recommendations

Required Skills & Experience

• Senior background in Security Operations, Security Engineering, or Security Architecture
• Proven experience designing or improving security frameworks and processes
• Strong knowledge of Windows patching & vulnerability management
• Hands-on experience with Ivanti tools (Ivanti Neurons desirable)
• Ability to assess existing environments and deliver pragmatic, realistic recommendations
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Experience within large enterprise or regulated environments
  (Insurance or Financial Services experience is advantageous)

Contract Details

• Duration: 6 months initial (likely extension)
• IR35 Status: Inside IR35
• Start: ASAP
• Location:
  • Remote-first
  • Hybrid preferred (London or York)

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to take a lead role in driving security transformation, influencing frameworks, tooling, and processes within a well-established organisation.