Job Description
System Security Consultant
Location: Farnborough (4 days on-site)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Up to £65,000
Security Clearance : It is an essential requirement for candidates to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC Level) prior to appointment.
As a System Security Consultant, you will play a key role in ensuring that systems and information are secure, compliant, and fit for purpose. This is an operational role focused on maintaining and improving the ongoing security posture of internal infrastructure.
You’ll work closely with IT and engineering teams while supporting the implementation of security policies and ensuring continuous assurance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Manage cyber risk across internal systems
2. Ensure the security of internal infrastructure and services
3. Develop and maintain security policies and documentation
4. Ensure system design and implementation meet security requirements
5. Produce evidence to meet MOD regulatory standards
6. Collaborate with engineering teams (Software, DevSecOps, Infrastructure, Support)
7. Report on compliance and cyber risks to senior stakeholders
8. Provide security consultancy to project teams and support operational improvements
What we are looking for;
You’ll be someone who takes ownership, thinks critically, and thrives in a collaborative environment tackling complex challenges.
9. Experience conducting risk assessments using methodologies such as NIST or ISO 27005
10. Ability to define and implement risk mitigation strategies (technical, physical, procedural)
11. Experience producing security documentation (e.g. risk assessments, security design, policies, test plans)
12. Strong written and verbal communication skills
13. Ability to manage change securely and effectively
14. Experience with technologies such as Azure, M365, Intune, JAMF, Windows, macOS, Kubernetes
15. Understanding of Agile, DevSecOps, and CI/CD in secure environments
16. Awareness of working within secure or safety-critical environments
Why Apply?
17. Competitive salary up to £65,000
18. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
19. Private medical insurance and life assurance
20. Generous pension (10% employer / 5% employee)
21. Bonus scheme
22. Ongoing professional development and training support
23. On-site facilities including parking, gym, café, and breakout spaces