A leading UK-based cyber security consultancy is seeking a Cyber Security Consultant to support delivery of security services across defence, government and critical national infrastructure environments.
This is a client-facing consulting role where you will be deployed into customer programmes and projects, providing hands-on cyber security assurance, governance, risk and compliance expertise.
Due to the nature of the work, candidates must already hold live SC or DV clearance.
The Role
You will provide cyber security advice, assurance and delivery support across a range of complex environments. Responsibilities include:
Advising programmes, projects and organisations on all aspects of cyber security
Producing formal security deliverables such as:
Security policies and procedures
Risk assessments
Security assurance and management plans
Audit and compliance documentation
Working closely with customers to deliver against agreed timescales
Assessing and articulating cyber and information risk at both technical and business levels
Reviewing existing security controls and recommending proportionate improvements
Supporting customer relationships and ongoing engagement delivery
Essential Experience & Skills
Recognised cyber security certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CISA or equivalent)
Commercial or government experience in a cyber security role
Knowledge of cyber security standards, frameworks and best practice
Good baseline technical understanding (e.g. cloud, networking, access control, IT systems)
Strong experience in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
Experience working in customer-facing or consultancy environments
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently, manage workload and meet deadlines
Desirable Experience
UK Cyber Security Council professional registration (Chartered / Principal / Practitioner)
Experience working in MOD, defence or central government environments
Knowledge of Secure by Design principles and assurance tooling
Experience as a Security Manager or Security Lead on complex programmes
Knowledge of government security standards and policy (e.g. MOD / HMG frameworks)
Experience with:
NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF)
GovAssure audits
ISO 27001 or similar audit activity
NIST Cyber Security Framework
Supplier assurance and supply chain security
IT Health Checks, penetration testing and vulnerability assessments
Clearance & Eligibility
Must hold active SC or DV clearance
Must have the right to work in the UK
Willing to work 3 days per week onsite in Chippenham and travel occasionally as required
Why Apply?
Join a specialist cyber security consultancy working on high-impact, high-security programmes
Exposure to complex, high-profile defence and government environments
Excellent long-term career development in a growing consulting organisation
Competitive salary up to £65,000