Principal Consultant – Cyber Security EngineeringSalary: Depending on experienceLocation: Luton / Bristol – Hybrid – 2-3 days a week on siteI’m on the lookout for a Principal Consultant, focusing on Security Engineering, to work for a globally renowned defence organisation, who are continuing to grow and bring in more work. The successful candidate will provide technical security engineering consultancy to a range of clients, although they will mainly be in the defence sector. This role will involveProviding security expertise and consultancy to the companies’ clients, who are mainly in the defence sector, but can include government and non-defence clients.Conducting cyber risk assessment activities including threat modelling, vulnerability analysis and analysis of mitigation solutions.Coordinating with other product engineers, system architects, and developers to provide oversight in the development of robust solutions. What I’m looking forMinimum of SC Clearance eligibility.At least 1, ideally 2 or more of the following certificates: CISSP, CISM, Security+, CRISC, CASP or SANS GCFE, GCFA, GNFA, GCTI, GREM, or GCIHExperience in Risk analysis and reporting to executive-level Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbal, with internal and external customers (e.g., Programme Management, Customers, and Suppliers).Strong understanding of security compliance & detailed knowledge of a control framework such as NIST SP800-53 and ISO270002, IEC62443.Expert understanding of security maturity & detailed knowledge of a security maturity frameworks such as NIST CSF and its Implementation Tiers, C2M2 and NCSC CAF.What you’ll get in returnIn addition to a strong salary, which I am happy to discuss over the phone, you’ll also receive:25 days holiday plus bank holidaysUp to 10% Pension contributionTraining: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology, and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support