Cyber & Data Security Risk Consultant
Location: Edinburgh - Hybrid 50%
Salary: Around £57,000 with an up to 14% employer matching pension scheme
Our Client is seeking a Cyber & Data Security Risk Consultant to help shape and oversee the Group’s approach to cyber and data security risks. Sitting in the second line of defence, you’ll act as an expert advisor and independent challenger to senior leaders.
What you’ll do:
* Lead independent, risk-based assurance and oversight of cyber and data security risk.
* Provide insight and challenge across key domains like IAM, endpoint security, incident response and more.
* Oversee frameworks for identifying, assessing, and reporting cyber and information risks.
What you’ll bring:
* A solid grounding in cybersecurity (ideally in financial services), with exposure to key regulatory frameworks like GDPR or CCPA.
* Understanding of risk management principles, ideally within a 2nd line or governance function.
* Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CDPSE, CompTIA Security+ or similar.
* Strong technical awareness across areas like application security, incident response, and data privacy.