Cybersecurity Officer

Application Deadline: 21 September 2025

Department: IT & Digital Transformation

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: London, UK

Reporting To: Cybersecurity Manager

Compensation: £37,970 - £41,500 / year

Description

Welcome to MAP

About the Role

As part of our continued investment and growth in the team, we are now recruiting a Cybersecurity Officer to join our expanding cyber security function. This role will be working alongside an existing colleague and playing a key part in strengthening MAP’s cyber resilience, supporting the Cybersecurity Manager in protecting the charity’s digital assets and ensuring compliance with internal security policies and relevant international standards.

The role will also assist in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining cybersecurity controls across our technology environment. It is well-suited to someone at an early stage of their cybersecurity career who brings enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to contributing to meaningful humanitarian work.

Please note: this is a fixed-term contract for 6 months.

About You

Candidate should have a Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience) with up to 2 years of experience in an IT or cybersecurity role (internships or volunteer roles considered). Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and technologies, including antivirus, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access control. Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 security stack, including Defender and Intune. Hands-on experience with any of the following: Ubiquiti, SharePoint, Egress, or Cloudflare.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining cybersecurity controls across the technology environment.
• Support the Cybersecurity Manager in protecting the charity’s digital assets and ensuring compliance with internal policies and international standards.
• Contribute to strengthening MAP’s cyber resilience as part of the security team.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Up to 2 years of experience in an IT or cybersecurity role (internships or volunteer roles considered).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and technologies (antivirus, firewalls, IDS/IPS, access control).
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 security stack (Defender, Intune).
• Hands-on experience with Ubiquiti, SharePoint, Egress, or Cloudflare.

Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to every application. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the deadline, you have not been shortlisted.