Role Information

Role Purpose

To support the Cybersecurity Manager in all aspects of Cybersecurity and life cycle management of Cybersecurity projects / improvement programmes to support Sciensus strategic objectives.

To support the Cybersecurity Manager for the implementation and management of the Cybersecurity strategy across Sciensus.

Key Deliverables

Governance, Risk & Assurance:
Assist with cyber security risk assessments across systems, services, and business processes.
Support maintenance of risk registers and tracking of remediation actions.
Help prepare governance reporting and evidence packs under direction of senior team members.
Produce monthly security metrics as requested by the head of cyber security

Compliance & Audit Support:
Support preparation for internal and external audits (ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, NHS DSP Toolkit).
Assist with collecting, maintaining, and organising security evidence and documentation.
Monitor compliance with security policies and escalate issues to senior team members.

Third‑Party & Supplier Assurance:
Assist with supplier due‑diligence questionnaires and security assessments.
Track responses and evidence, escalating risks or gaps where identified.
Support ongoing monitoring of third‑party security controls.

Operational Security Support:
Support monitoring and uplift of technical and procedural security controls.
Assist with investigation of security alerts and incidents under supervision.
Participate in cyber incident response activities, including documentation and post‑incident reviews.
Take part in the cyber on‑call rota once suitably trained.
Administer security systems proactively and reactively where required, ensuring that lessons learned, and continual
improvement opportunities are identified and implemented

Secure Change & Project Support:
Support security reviews of new projects, systems, and changes.
Assist in identifying security risks associated with new technologies or suppliers.
Help ensure security requirements are embedded early in delivery.

Regulatory Responsibilities

Adhere to (CQC/ GDP/NMC/GPHC / ICO) standards relevant to role
Chair / Attend all relevant committees aligned to remit of the role
Be aware of all responsibilities relating to Infection Prevention and Control

Skills and Knowledge Required

Essential:
Strong interest in cyber security and information security.
Understanding of cyber security principles (CIA triad, risk, controls).
Awareness of common security frameworks or standards (e.g. ISO27001, Cyber Essentials).
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to follow structured processes and work with attention to detail.

Desirable:
Degree, apprenticeship, or professional qualification in IT, Cyber Security, or related field.
Exposure to security tooling, SIEM, endpoint protection, or identity platforms.
Awareness of healthcare, regulated, or data‑sensitive environments.
Working towards cyber security certifications (e.g. SC‑900, Security+, ISO27001 Foundation).

Who we are?

Sciensus is a proven life sciences solutions partner with more than 30 years' experience navigating and unlocking the complex European healthcare ecosystem.
We maximise patient access to medicines, accelerate product launches and drive long-term commercial success for our partners.
Through a skilled team of over 500 licensed clinical staff and 1,650 colleagues globally, we work at the intersection of clinical excellence, patient experience and healthcare innovation. We support patients living with cancer, chronic conditions and rare diseases ‒ helping them access the life-changing treatments they need, wherever they are.

What do we offer our people?

We work hard to make sure colleagues feel motivated, developed, and recognised for the great work they do. Additional to a competitive salary, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Yearly pay reviews
- Contribution based pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Employee benefits platform (retailer discounts and much more)
- Private medical (after qualifying period)
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Annual company event
- In the Burton Upon Trent office we have an onsite gym, canteen, prayer room, and quiet room

Our Values

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and we have also successfully gained the National Equality Standard (NES is the UK’s leading Equity, Diversity and Inclusion standard which was developed by the UK Government and the CBI). We are committed to the fair treatment of all candidates, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. We welcome applications from all and we select candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience. Please talk to us during the application process to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may require.

We are committed to achieving Net Zero and reducing our ecological footprint. We are constantly working on new initiatives, some of our more recent ones include working towards Level 2 in the Greener Pharmacy Toolkit and replacing many of our vans with lower CO2 emission models. For information on other projects and our wider approach to sustainability please visit our corporate website.

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