Cyber Security Consultant

Quorum Network Resources; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech solutions provider in the UK seeks a Cyber Security Consultant to design and manage security solutions using Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR. Candidates should have a solid grasp of cloud technologies, automation skills, and experience in Windows/Linux environments. This role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive culture focused on personal growth and work-life balance. Join us to make a significant impact in cloud security.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory pension

Private healthcare

Ability to buy and sell holidays

Home broadband paid

Annual personal technical budget

Bonuses for certifications

Ongoing training & development

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender XDR.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing trends and enterprise drivers.
• Deep technical knowledge of public/private cloud infrastructure.
• Experience across Windows and Linux environments.
• A track record of building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender XDR solutions.
• Solve complex cloud security challenges for clients.
• Provide technical expertise across Azure and M365.
• Build resilient, multi-site architectures.
• Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.

Skills

Microsoft Sentinel

Microsoft Defender XDR

Cloud computing trends

Public/private cloud infrastructure

Identity & access management

Windows and Linux environments

Automation/configuration management

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert

Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate

CISSP

CCSP

IASME Cyber Essentials Assessor

Job description

Cyber Security Consultant Edinburgh (Hybrid) Competitive Pay & Great Benefits

Ready to take your cyber security career to the next level? Want to work with cutting-edge Microsoft cloud technologies while delivering real impact for clients across the UK? Quorum is calling.

We re one of Scotland s largest Microsoft Partners and a Microsoft Direct Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP). Our expertise spans Modern Workplace, Azure Cloud Adoption & Migration, Data Platform, Cloud Security & Identity, and Cloud App Development and we re growing fast.

Right now, we re looking for a Cyber Security Consultant who lives and breathes technology, thrives in fast-moving environments, and wants to work with a talented, passionate security team.

What s on Offer?

• Highly competitive salary
• Contributory pension
• Private healthcare
• Ability to buy and sell holidays
• We pay for your home broadband
• Annual personal technical budget
• Bonuses for achieving professional certifications
• Outstanding training & continuous development
• Amazing retention rates and a genuinely supportive team

Key Responsibilities of Cyber Security Consultant:

As a Cyber Security Consultant at Quorum, you ll be front-and-centre in delivering world-class security solutions to our clients. Expect a role that s dynamic, challenging, hands‑on, and backed by continuous support, training, and career development.

You ll be responsible for:

• Designing, deploying, and managing Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender XDR solutions
• Working closely with clients to solve complex cloud security challenges
• Providing deep technical expertise across Azure, M365, identity, infrastructure, virtualisation, networking, and storage
• Building resilient, multi-site architectures
• Working in regulated environments with strong knowledge of data boundaries
• Leveraging automation, configuration management, and modern cloud tooling
• Driving technical decision-making with senior stakeholders
• Communicating clearly, confidently, and effectively at all levels

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender XDR
• Strong understanding of cloud computing trends, enterprise drivers, and emerging technologies
• Deep technical knowledge of public/private cloud infrastructure
• Strong grasp of identity & access management
• Experience across Windows and Linux environments
• Background in automation/configuration management
• A track record of building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• A problem‑solver mindset with the ability to leverage internal and external expertise

Certifications That Impress Us:

• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
• CISSP
• CCSP
• IASME Cyber Essentials Assessor
• (If you re missing one or two but have strong experience still get in touch!)

Why Join Quorum?

Because we don t just invest in technology we invest in you.

Quorum is an Employee‑Owned company, and our culture is one of collaboration, support, growth, and genuine work‑life balance. We pride ourselves on our award‑winning family‑friendly and flexible working culture, and we re committed to helping every employee build the career they want.

At Quorum, we eat, sleep, and breathe technology.

If that sounds like you, then you re exactly who we want.

Apply today and help shape the future of cloud security with us.