A Cybersecurity Recruitment Agency That Speaks Your Language
Edison Cyber is the cybersecurity recruitment agency built for UK businesses that take security seriously. From SOC Analysts and Penetration Testers to CISOs and Security Architects — we find, vet, and place the specialists who protect your organisation from the threats that matter.
Why Trust Us With Your Security Hiring?
Security-Specialist Networks
Cybersecurity talent doesn't appear on mainstream job boards. We've built a network of security professionals through years of specialist recruitment — from offensive security researchers to governance and compliance leads.
Certification & Clearance Checks
CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP — we verify every credential before a candidate reaches your desk. Where security clearance is required, we confirm vetting status upfront so there are no surprises mid-process.
Niche Market Knowledge
We understand the cybersecurity talent market — where the shortages are, what certifications carry weight, and which skill sets command a premium. That insight helps you hire smarter and set realistic expectations.
Responsive, Reliable Service
Security threats don't wait, and neither should your hiring. We're available 7am–7pm on weekdays and at weekends. When a critical security role opens up, you need a recruitment partner who moves at your pace.
Cybersecurity Recruitment Across Every Discipline
From frontline defence to boardroom leadership, Edison Cyber recruits across the full range of cybersecurity roles — covering offensive, defensive, governance, and strategic security functions.
Security teams are only as strong as the people in them. Whether you're looking to hire your first dedicated security analyst or expand an established team with specialist expertise, we'll match you with professionals who understand your threat environment. Here's an overview of what we cover.
Talk to a Cyber RecruiterSecurity Operations
SOC Analysts, Incident Responders, and Threat Intelligence Analysts who monitor, detect, and neutralise security events in real time. The first line of defence for your organisation.
Penetration Testing & Red Team
Pen Testers, Red Team Operators, and Offensive Security Engineers who probe your defences before attackers do. OSCP, OSCE, and CREST-certified professionals who think like adversaries.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
GRC Analysts, Risk Managers, and Compliance Officers who navigate ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and sector-specific frameworks. The people who keep your security posture aligned with regulation and best practice.
Security Architecture & Engineering
Security Architects and Engineers who design and build secure systems from the ground up — network segmentation, identity management, zero-trust architecture, and cloud security posture management.
Security Leadership
CISOs, Heads of Security, and IT Security Directors who set strategy, manage risk, and communicate security priorities to the board. Leadership hires that shape your organisation's security culture.
Our Cybersecurity Recruitment Process
Hiring in cybersecurity comes with unique challenges — clearance requirements, certification verification, and a candidate market where demand far outstrips supply. Our process is built specifically for security hiring, with additional checks and assessments that generalist cybersecurity recruiting agencies simply don't offer.
From initial brief to confirmed placement, here's how Edison Cyber delivers.
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Security Requirements Scoping
We start by mapping your security landscape — team structure, threat model, compliance requirements, and any clearance needs. This shapes every aspect of the search that follows.
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Candidate Identification
We tap into our specialist cybersecurity network to identify candidates who match your requirements. This includes passive professionals who aren't visible on standard job platforms.
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Credential & Clearance Verification
Before any candidate is presented, we verify certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP, etc.), confirm security clearance status where applicable, and complete reference checks and right-to-work verification.
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Technical Security Assessment
Candidates are assessed on practical security knowledge — scenario-based questions, tooling proficiency, and methodology awareness relevant to your environment. We evaluate both technical depth and the ability to communicate risk clearly.
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Shortlist & Candidate Briefing
You receive a vetted shortlist with our detailed assessment of each candidate's technical strengths, certifications, and suitability for your team. Every candidate is fully briefed on your organisation, the role, and the interview format — so they arrive prepared and informed. We handle scheduling and logistics end to end.
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Secure Placement & Retention
We manage the offer process with discretion, handle salary negotiations, and stay in contact through the notice period and beyond. Cybersecurity professionals are in constant demand, so we also check in post-placement to support retention and flag any early concerns before they become issues.
How Edison Cyber Approaches Security Recruitment
Clearance-Ready Talent
Many cybersecurity roles require security clearance — SC, DV, or CTC. Discovering a candidate's clearance status midway through the process wastes everyone's time. We confirm vetting levels at the outset, so every candidate we present is eligible for your environment from day one.
Understanding the Threat Landscape
Cyber threats evolve constantly, and so do the skills needed to counter them. We stay close to the market — emerging attack vectors, in-demand tooling, shifting compliance frameworks — so our recommendations reflect what's happening now, not what worked two years ago.
Confidential Search Capability
Some security hires are sensitive. If you're replacing a CISO, restructuring your security function, or responding to an incident, discretion matters. We run confidential searches where needed — protecting your organisation's position while still delivering the right candidates.
Retention-Focused Placements
Cybersecurity professionals are heavily courted. If a placement isn't well-matched, they'll be approached by another recruiter within weeks. We invest heavily in cultural and motivational fit — not just skills matching — because long-term retention starts with the quality of the initial placement.
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We recruit across the full cybersecurity spectrum — Security Analysts, Penetration Testers, Red and Blue Team specialists, GRC professionals, Security Architects, Security Engineers, and security leadership including CISOs and Heads of Information Security.
Yes. We verify all relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP, CREST, etc.) and confirm security clearance status before presenting any candidate. If a role requires SC or DV clearance, only eligible candidates will appear on your shortlist.
Through our specialist network, professional security communities, conference connections, and targeted personal outreach. Cybersecurity professionals rarely respond to generic job adverts — reaching them requires a direct, credible approach from someone who understands their field.
Absolutely. We place cybersecurity professionals in permanent, contract, and interim positions. Contract hiring is particularly common in this sector for incident response, penetration testing engagements, and compliance projects.
Edison Cyber is built for UK SMEs — typically businesses with 11 to 300 employees. Many of our clients are at the stage where they're building or formalising their security function for the first time, and they need a recruitment partner who understands that context.