2027 Graduate Scheme, Cyber Security

FTI Consulting, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting is seeking a Graduate for its Cybersecurity EMEA team in London. You’ll perform cybersecurity engagements, analyse data to triage breaches, assist in digital forensics, and contribute to client reports for top-tier law firms and financial institutions.

You will grow through structured development programs, coaching, and hands-on project work, with exposure to industry-critical trends and remediation efforts.

Qualifications

• Available to start full-time in September 2027.
• 2:1 degree in investigative, technical or scientific subject.
• Strong interest in cybersecurity with technical aptitude.
• Solid Excel, PowerPoint and data visualization skills.
• Experience or certifications in cybersecurity is a plus.
• Familiarity with risk frameworks and reporting concepts.

Responsibilities

• Analyse technical data quickly to triage breaches and assess impact.
• Assist in digital forensic investigations and incident work.
• Contribute to cybersecurity maturity assessments and reports.
• Generate threat intelligence and digital exposure assessments.
• Develop readable client reports for law firms and financial institutions.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, threats, and technologies.
• Support remediation activities post-breach where appropriate.
• Collaborate with FTI experts and build thought leadership.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

2:1 degree in investigative/technical/scientific subject

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

PowerBI

Tableau

Job description

Who We AreFTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.Are you ready to make your impact?About the RoleThe FTI Cybersecurity EMEA team are a dynamic and skill-diverse group of individuals driven by a single goal: empowering our clients to operate in the most secure manner possible. The varied professional backgrounds boasted by our team include senior national security roles, Big Four consultancy, military engineering, digital forensics, corporate cybersecurity advisory and academia – with each of these providing valuable approaches and perspectives to the work we deliver.Our projects are varied and exciting; whilst, at times, our clients approach us to help them proactively identify the critical security gaps in their infrastructure, the FTI Cybersecurity team regularly respond to clients in distress who’ve fallen victim to cyber-attacks of varying types and severity.We excel at, and are motivated by, solving complex challenges, and offering constructive solutions to difficult cybersecurity questions; and our high client return rate is demonstrative of our commitment to cultivating client relationships, discretion, agile responsiveness, thorough investigation and unambiguous guidance.What You’ll DoThe FTI Cybersecurity EMEA team are looking for a Graduate with excellent technical, digital forensic and investigative skills to play a central role in delivering project work. The role will require you to perform a wide range of cybersecurity engagements in a fast-paced environment, including:Analysing technical data quickly to triage breaches and understand root causes and impact.Assisting in digital forensic investigations.Contributing to cybersecurity maturity assessments.Generating threat intelligence and undertaking digital exposure assessments.Contributing to sophisticated, polished and readable reports for our valued client base of top-tier law firms, financial institutions and multi-national corporations.Developing and maintaining a strong knowledge of industry-critical trends, threats, methodologies, and technologies.Supporting remediation activities for post-breach clients, where appropriate.Engaging with experts within the FTI team to challenge new ideas and develop thought leadership on relevant topics.Identifying areas for improvement and making suggestions to expand our portfolio of services and/or improve our working efficiency.How You’ll GrowWe are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.What You Will Need to SucceedThe exceptional work that the FTI Cybersecurity EMEA team produce is a result of the exceptional people within it. Our success thus far has been driven by the multidisciplinary backgrounds of our team, and we are proud of our unconventional yet superb talent. Although cyber experience is highly desirable, we are keen to hear from applicants who have proven their technical aptitude in other contexts.Basic Qualifications (or equivalent (where applicable)Applicants must be available to start a full-time role at the beginning of September 2027.Working towards/received a minimum 2:1 university degree (or equivalent), preferably in an investigative, technical or scientific subject.Preferred Skills and Qualifications (or equivalent (where applicable)Expresses a clear interest in, and understanding, cybersecurity.Strong and demonstrable experience in Excel, PowerPoint and other Office applications.Proven problem-solving and critical thinking skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong teamwork and a collaborative mindset.Proven ability to take initiative – a self-starter.Language skills are desirable.Previous work experience in cybersecurity to the extent possible, as well as relevant cybersecurity certifications.An understanding of cybersecurity control and risk assessment frameworks and their unique differences.Some awareness of the regulatory landscape and well-known data privacy, cybersecurity, and operational resilience regulations.Experience creating and generating dashboards, as well as utilizing data visualization software (E.g. PowerBI / Tableau).Our Application ProcessThe deadline for applications is: 29th October 2026STEP 1: Complete our online application form and submit your CV (no cover letter required).STEP 2: Complete online skills test (numerical, verbal and logical reasoning), and a pre-recorded video interview.STEP 3: Attend a competency-based virtual interview to explore your skills and motivations between 23rd-27th November 2026.STEP 4: Attend an assessment centre between 7th-11th December 2026.STEP 5: Job offers are made to successful candidates before Christmas.#LI-RR1 #EMEAJTFTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.