Cyber Security Consultant

Sword Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider in Aberdeen is seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security Consultant to join their expanding team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in cyber security frameworks to help clients achieve their digital transformation goals. The ideal candidate will possess relevant industry qualifications, demonstrated knowledge in risk management, and the ability to design secure solutions. This position offers competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave allowance

Enhanced family friendly benefits

Private health insurance

Personalized career development

Qualifications

• Proficient in developing secure solutions and documenting security controls.
• Understanding of compliance frameworks and risk management.
• Comfortable presenting design documentation to clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze cyber security risks and controls.
• Develop and design secure hybrid infrastructure environments.
• Collaborate with Incident Response teams when necessary.

Skills

Knowledge of cyber security frameworks and standards

Risk analysis and management

Knowledge in Identity & Access Management

Education

Relevant industry qualifications (e.g. GICSP, GCIP, CISSP, CISM)

Job description

Overview

Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients. We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals.

We are looking for a highly skilled, highly motivated Cyber Security Consultant to help grow our Cyber Security practice. You will be seen as a trusted advisor and help our customers achieve their digital transformation objectives through the design, delivery, and optimisation of secure, high-performing hybrid infrastructure environments.

Responsibilities

• Specialised technical knowledge and experience of cyber security as evidenced by relevant industry qualifications (e.g. GICSP, GCIP, CISSP, CISM)
• Knowledge in cyber security frameworks and standards as well as a deep understanding of cyber security regulations as they apply to different sectors
• Analysis and management of risks and cybersecurity controls. Standards and methodologies: ISO 27000, NIST, SANS CSC, etc. • Understanding of Infrastructure, Networking and Cloud environments
• Knowledge in Identity & Access Management
• Knowledge in Backup & Recovery technologies and installation
• Previous experience working with or within an Incident Response team is advantageous
• You will be required to pass the Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) Security Clearance as set by Warwickshire Police

Qualifications

• Proficient in developing and designing secure solutions and documenting security controls in a Security Design
• An understanding of cyber security design principles to ensure solutions meet industry standards
• An understanding of frameworks and compliance
• The Ability to work with risk management processes and articulate the risks and benefits
• An understanding of networks and cloud environments is advantageous
• Comfortable creating design documentation and presenting to clients

Benefits

At Sword we are growing our ever expanding customer facing cyber security team. Our clients work in various industries across multiple regulations and frameworks allowing the right candidate the opportunity to develop and keep at the forefront of cyber security.

At Sword, our core values and culture are based on caring about our people, investing in training and career development, and building inclusive teams where we are all encouraged to contribute to achieve success.

We offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional development and enhance your overall quality of life. In addition to a Competitive Salary, here’s what you can expect as part of our benefits package:

Personalised Career Development: We create a development plan customised to your goals and aspirations, with a range of learning and development opportunities within a culture that encourages growth.

Flexible working: Flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance. We can’t promise to always be able to meet every request, however, are keen to discuss your individual preferences to make it work where we can.

A Fantastic Benefits Package: This includes generous annual leave allowance, enhanced family friendly benefits, pension scheme, access to private health, well-being, and insurance schemes.

Equal Opportunity

At Sword we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that all applicants receive fair and equal consideration for employment, regardless of whether they meet every requirement. If you don’t tick all the boxes but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying and highlight your transferable skills and experience. We embrace diversity in all its forms, valuing individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Your perspective and potential are important to us.

If we can do anything to help make the hiring process more accessible, please let our talent acquisition team know when you apply so we can support any adjustments.