Cyber security
Cyber Security Specialist
Self-employed | Technology Security Opportunity | Hospitality Technology and Business ServicesImportant Status Notice
This is a genuine self-employed commercial opportunity. It is not a salaried job, employment contract, worker arrangement or guarantee of future employment. Independent security specialists control their own working time, methods and service delivery, subject to TableReady security standards, confidentiality, compliance requirements and customer-protection rules.Job Overview
| Organisation | Elegant Food Solutions Ltd, trading as TableReady |
| Opportunity | Independent Cyber Security Specialist / Security Consultant Partner |
| Engagement | Self-employed, project-based, non-exclusive |
| Territory | UK-wide opportunities including Swindon, Reading, London, Bristol, Oxford, Birmingham, Manchester, Scotland and Wales. |
| Location | Remote and field-based; specialists manage their own schedule and security projects. |
| Earnings | Project-based payments or agreed commercial rates depending on security requirements. |
| Expenses | Specialists provide their own equipment, security tools, software licences and normal operating expenses. |
About TableReady
TableReady provides an end-to-end technology ecosystem for restaurants, takeaways, cafés and hospitality businesses. Our solutions combine digital platforms, online ordering, payment systems and operational technology that require secure and reliable IT environments.
- Restaurant websites and digital platforms
- Online ordering and customer management systems
- QR ordering and table reservation solutions
- Kitchen Display System (KDS) technology
- Point-of-sale software and hardware solutions
- Business technology services and operational support
The Opportunity
We are looking for experienced Cyber Security Specialists to help protect hospitality businesses by improving security practices, identifying risks and supporting secure technology operations. This opportunity is suitable for independent security professionals with experience in cybersecurity, risk management, system protection and technical security solutions.
What You Will Do
- Assess and improve security controls across technology environments.
- Identify vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate security improvements.
- Support security monitoring, threat detection and incident response activities.
- Review network, application and system security configurations.
- Advise customers on cybersecurity best practices.
- Support data protection and secure access management processes.
- Provide technical security guidance for hospitality technology solutions.
Essential Requirements
- Experience in cyber security, information security or security consulting.
- Strong understanding of networks, systems and security principles.
- Knowledge of vulnerability assessment and risk management.
- Understanding of data protection and security best practices.
- Ability to work independently and manage security projects.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Own computer, security tools and reliable internet connection.
- Right to work and operate on a self-employed basis in the UK.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with penetration testing or vulnerability scanning.
- Knowledge of cloud security platforms.
- Experience with GDPR and compliance requirements.
- Security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP or equivalent.
- Experience securing hospitality, SaaS or business technology platforms.
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