Cyber Security HR Specialist

Cyber Security HR Specialist

Contract Duration: Until March 2026, Initially
Location: Sheffield (Hybrid – 3 days in-office)
Job Type: Contract, inside IR35

We are seeking a Cyber Security HR Specialist to support the development and retention of top-tier cyber talent, aligning workforce planning with strategic security objectives. This role requires a proactive individual who understands the nuances of technical talent acquisition, capability building, and organisational change within a security context.

Day-to-day of the role:

Partner with cyber security leadership to define workforce needs across threat intelligence, governance, engineering, and operations.
Develop and implement talent strategies to attract, retain, and grow cyber professionals.
Support skills gap analysis and capability mapping across the cyber function.
Coordinate training, certification, and career development pathways for cyber staff.
Maintain strong governance and reporting on cyber workforce metrics.
Act as a trusted advisor to HR business partners and hiring managers on market trends, compensation, and candidate experience.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Proven experience in HR or talent acquisition within a technology or cyber security environment.
Strong understanding of cyber security roles, skills, and career pathways.
Ability to translate technical requirements into effective hiring and development strategies.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Experience with workforce planning, organisational design, and change management.

Benefits:

Opportunity to work in a hybrid model
Engage in a significant project with a historic company undergoing a transformative phase.

To apply for the Cyber Security HR Specialist position, please submit your CV and a member of the Reed professional Services Team will be in touch