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Cybersecurity Recruitment

Discover how our cybersecurity recruitment services help clients secure top talent, or connect with our consultants to start your cybersecurity hiring journey today.
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Struggling to find the best Cybersecurity talent? 

Cybersecurity threats are evolving fast and demand for skilled cyber talent has never been higher. The right people don’t just bring technical skills; they bring strategic thinking and adaptability to keep your organisation secure and resilient. 

As your specialist cybersecurity recruitment partner, we help you hire across permanent, contract, interim, executive search, and Statement of Work (SoW) engagements. Our expertise spans the full cyber spectrum, including: Security Operations & Monitoring, Governance, Risk & Compliance, Resilience & Recovery, Cyber Leadership & Strategy, Security Architecture & Engineering 

Whether you need to strengthen defences, boost resilience, or appoint leaders to shape your cyber strategy, we deliver the right talent quickly to protect your business and improve your cyber posture. Submit your cybersecurity vacancy today and let our dedicated recruitment specialists help you find the talent to secure your organisation against evolving threats.

"We partnered with Harvey Nash to provide IT recruitment support across a number of positions within our IT and Digital Transformation team. We were facing a number of challenges in our recruitment which the team helped us overcome such as attracting local candidates in the area and improving our recruitment processes. I’d highly recommend working with Harvey Nash and look forward to continue working with them."

Michael Ahern, Head of IT at Blackburn With Darwen Council

Specialists in Cybersecurity recruitment 

Cyber-attacks are increasing at an alarming rate, fuelled by more sophisticated threat actors, ransomware growth, and expanding digital footprints. At the same time, demand for cybersecurity talent is surging - driven by AI adoption, tightening regulations, and the need to secure complex hybrid environments. Our latest Tech Talent & Salary Report confirms security roles are among the most sought-after in tech, with climbing salaries and fierce competition for talent. 

These attacks don’t just steal data, they halt operations, damage reputations, erode customer trust, and cost businesses millions in recovery and lost revenue. Skilled cybersecurity professionals are no longer optional; they’re essential to protect sensitive assets and ensure resilience. 

In this competitive market, you need a partner who can deliver critical talent quickly and with precision. Our deep market insights, global networks, and proven search methodologies enable us to identify and secure the right cyber professionals, helping you build robust defences and stay ahead of evolving threats. 

What sets us apart?

Cybersecurity recruitment specialists
Cybersecurity recruitment specialists

Our specialist cybersecurity recruitment team are fully dedicated to the evolving security landscape. With deep expertise across Cyber strategy, architecture, engineering, operations, governance, and resilience, we understand the unique demands of delivering critical security roles. Backed by data-driven insights and market intelligence, our team provides bespoke hiring solutions that align with your cyber roadmap.

Our track record in cybersecurity recruitment
Our track record in cybersecurity recruitment

We’re trusted by organisations worldwide to deliver exceptional cybersecurity talent that strengthens defences and builds resilience. Every organisation faces unique threats, so we tailor our approach, whether you need a permanent security architect, a contract SOC analyst, or interim leadership to define strategy, we help businesses strengthen their security posture and build resilient teams with confidence. 

Trusted cybersecruity candidate community
Trusted cybersecruity candidate community

We build lasting relationships with our cybersecurity community. Through continuous engagement and investment, we ensure our network is not only active but technically exceptional and culturally aligned with our clients. This means we can deliver specialists for complex or niche cybersecurity roles quickly, and without compromising on quality. 

Our cybersecurity networking events
Our cybersecurity networking events

Our cybersecurity events go beyond simple networking, they create spaces for professionals to exchange ideas, tackle real-world challenges, and explore emerging threats. By bringing together experts from across the UK & Ireland, we help foster collaboration and keep our community informed on the latest trends, technologies, and regulations shaping the cyber landscape. These insights also enable our consultants to stay ahead of market shifts and deliver talent that truly meets the needs of this fast-evolving specialism. 

Our thought leadership
Our thought leadership

Our Tech Talent & Salary survey and Digital Leadership Report provide cutting-edge analysis on hiring trends, salary benchmarks, and leadership priorities in cybersecurity and wider tech. Our thought leadership equip our specialist consultants to empower you to make informed decisions, stay competitive, and attract top-tier cybersecurity talent in this critical discipline.

Looking for the latest Cybersecurity roles? 

Cybersecurity case study: 

Safeguarding research at a leading academic institution

The problem

In 2023, a major UK university launched a £70 million programme to strengthen its cybersecurity posture and safeguard sensitive research and data.

They needed a Cybersecurity Operations Manager to lead a team of 20 internal and 25 external professionals, ensuring compliance and resilience against global threats.

How we solved it

We leveraged our specialist cybersecurity recruitment team to source and place an experienced candidate with a rare combination of infrastructure and security knowledge. This individual was equipped to manage advanced security tools and navigate strict regulatory frameworks, ensuring operational excellence.

The appointment reinforced the university’s cybersecurity operations, improved resilience, and safeguarded critical assets for over 80,000 daily users. This strategic hire supported long-term security goals and strengthened protection against evolving global threats.

£70m
cybersecurity transformation programme
45
professionals managed-internal & externals
80,000+
daily users protected

How it works?

What can you expect from partnering with a dedicated technology specialist recruiter? Discover how our cybersecurity recruitment consultants identify, deliver and onboard the right cyber talent for your business needs. 

We begin by assessing your recruitment needs, including the role's purpose and your team's culture. Since each cybersecurity recruitment brief is unique, we connect you with the appropriate team to fully understand your goals, whether you're hiring for a permanent, contract, executive, or looking for a bespoke position.

Once we’ve established your needs and agreed the brief, our experienced consultants get to work developing a customised recruitment plan to source the cybersecurity professionals you’re seeking. By combining market intelligence, our extensive knowledge of cybersecurity talent, and proprietary data, we guide you through the existing tech talent market, enabling you to make well-informed choices that will attract the most suitable candidates.

We implement the agreed strategy efficiently, staying flexible to adapt should your needs change. Using data-driven insights and leveraging our extensive candidate networks, we quickly identify niche and hard-to-find cybersecurity professionals, ensuring an excellent fit for your business.

Our cybersecurity recruitment consultants are experts in their technology fields and maintain and nurture qualified candidate pools. We go beyond surface level-screening: we engage with every candidate to assess skills, experience, availability and cultural fit against your brief. Only those who meet these standards are shortlisted, ensuring you receive exceptional talent.

We streamline the interview process to make it seamless for both you and our candidates. From interview coordination and briefing to feedback and follow-up, our cybersecurity team ensures smooth communication at every stage. We're always on hand to support, answer questions, and mediate effectively helping to keep everything on track and aligned with your goals. 

We manage all aspects of the offer and onboarding process. From offer management and counteroffer handling to onboarding guidance and helping candidates manage their exit, we maintain clear engagement and communication until their start date with you.

We're proud to build lasting partnerships. As your tech hiring needs evolve, we’re here to support you with strategic talent planning, clear reporting, and ongoing market insights. Through our thought leadership, podcasts, documentaries, and events, we keep you informed and ahead of the curve.

We're proud to support these clients with their cybersecurity recruitment

From global enterprises to SMEs, we work with amazing clients all over the world to deliver the best cybersecurity talent in the market today. Here’s an example of some of the companies we’re working with to deliver cybersecurity specialists.

Submit your cybersecurity vacancy

Whether you're ready to submit a vacancy or want to explore how we can support your cybersecurity hiring goals, we’re here to help. Complete the form and one of our cybersecurity recruitment specialists will be in touch to discuss your needs. From permanent and contract roles to executive search and team augmentation, we look forward to partnering with you to strengthen your security capabilities.

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