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.
Responsibilities
* 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
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