Role Summary: The Cyber Security Consultant leads detailed risk assessments, implements industry-standard frameworks (NIST, NCSC, NIS2), and actively manages SIEM/XDR tools such as IBM QRadar, Microsoft Sentinel, and Defender XDR. This role involves deeper client interaction, proactive risk management, and advanced threat detection consulting. Candidates must have demonstrated customer-facing experience (preferably in cybersecurity). Core Responsibilities: Manage and strengthen client relationships with regular strategic interactions. Lead comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessments aligned to industry standards. Conduct environment reviews, ensuring compliance with NIST frameworks and related standards. Oversee and implement SIEM/XDR deployments, custom rule development, and incident response processes. Provide guidance on best practices for SIEM/XDR and threat detection. Conduct security posture reviews and gap analysis. Prepare reports and present findings to client stakeholders. Required Technical Skills: Advanced understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, NCSC CAF, NIS2, NIST 800-30). Proficient in risk assessment methodologies (NIST 800-30). Hands-on experience with SIEM/XDR solutions (QRadar, Sentinel, Defender XDR). Familiarity with cloud security principles across AWS, Azure, and GCP, particularly within managed services environments. Key Experience/Qualifications: CompTIA Security. CySA (Required) Any SIEM Analyst Certification (Desirable) Microsoft Certified Security Operations Analyst Associate (Desirable) EC-Council ECIH (Incident Handling) (Desirable) Multi-cloud Security Fundamentals training (AWS/Azure/GCP) (Desirable) GCIH (Desirable) Soft Skills, Including Associate level: Relationship Building Critical Problem Solving Effective Communication Conflict Resolution