Job Title: Cyber Security Consultant Location: Fleet Salary/Rate: £445 Per Day Inside IR35 Start Date: 01/10/2025 Job Type: Initial Contract Until 31/12/2026 Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a highly skilled Cyber Security Consultant to join our team and help strengthen the organisation?s security posture. Job Responsibilities/Objectives In this role, you will provide expert guidance on cyber security strategy, risk management, and technical controls, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements. You will work across multiple domains including threat detection, incident response, identity and access management, and cloud security, helping to design and implement robust security solutions that protect critical assets and data. Assess, design, and implement security controls across infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments. Conduct risk assessments, gap analyses, and security audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies. Advise on security architecture and ensure alignment with industry best practices and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR). Support incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and remediation of security breaches. Collaborate with IT, engineering, and business teams to embed security into project lifecycles and operational processes. Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures. Provide subject matter expertise on identity and access management, data protection, and threat intelligence. Deliver security awareness training and promote a culture of security across the organisation. Stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and regulatory changes, and assess their impact on the business. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Strong understanding of security frameworks, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Hands-on experience with security technologies such as SIEM, firewalls, endpoint protection, IAM, and cloud security tools. Proficiency in conducting threat modelling, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing. Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to translate technical risks into business impacts and actionable recommendations. Desirable Skills/Experience Although not essential, the following skills are desired by the client: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer. Experience in financial services, healthcare, or other regulated industries. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevSecOps practices. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.