Overview

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This role is based in our East Finchley office with a hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office and 2 days remotely.

McDonald\u2019s has operated in the UK since 1974 and currently runs over 1500 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, serving nearly four million customers daily. McDonald\u2019s is one of the UK\u2019s largest private sector employers, employing over 170,000 people.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Cyber Security Officer to help shape and secure the future of our technology landscape. This is a hands-on role where you\u2019ll lead the implementation of cyber security frameworks across people, processes, and technology—ensuring our systems and data remain protected in an ever-evolving digital environment.

What You\u2019ll Be Doing

• Operate and enhance cyber security tools and processes.
• Lead incident response activities and simulations.
• Oversee outsourced SOC teams and cyber security partners.
• Facilitate audits, penetration tests, and vulnerability assessments.
• Drive remediation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review and update policies and standards in line with best practices.
• Provide cyber security expertise to support transformational change.
• Deliver clear, actionable reporting aligned to business KPIs.

What You\u2019ll Need

• Strong technical skills in cyber security, including areas like identity and access management, risk management, network security, and security operations.
• Ability to lead and influence across cross-functional teams and global stakeholders.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with cyber security frameworks and standards such as ISO/IEC 27001, Cyber Essentials, and NIST CSF.
• Excellent communication skills—able to translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly language.
• Organised, self-driven, and confident in driving change independently.

What You\u2019ll Get

• Competitive salary, plus a comprehensive benefits package including Bonus, location Allowance, car Allowance, free parking, lunch and gym access.
• Access to industry-leading training and career development opportunities.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture, where your ideas are valued.
• Hybrid working, offering a mix of office 3 days per week and remote for 2!

Additional Information

Company Vision and Culture: Our Global vision is to build a better McDonald\u2019s; in the UK & Irelands we aim to be the best-loved restaurant company. Our culture emphasizes diversity, inclusion, integrity, community, and serving our customers and people first.