Cyber Security Consultant

Gattaca; Corsham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous annual leave entitlement

Enhanced pension scheme

Life assurance

Private medical and health cash plan

Job summary

Gattaca is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Consultant to join its growing cyber capability team, delivering cyber security advice, vulnerability analysis and risk assessments across high-profile defence-related programmes.

The role encompasses audits against industry standards, development of risk models, and governance of secure-by-design practices. You will communicate findings to stakeholders and contribute to robust cyber security strategies throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience in cyber security, vulnerability management, risk assessment, audits or compliance functions.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards (NIST, ISO 27001).
• Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders; strong reporting and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cyber security vulnerability, risk and compliance activities across multiple projects.
• Conduct cyber security audits against recognised industry standards and frameworks.
• Develop business risk models and supporting artefacts for operational planning.
• Assess organisational cyber maturity and risk exposure using established frameworks.
• Present findings, recommendations and risk-based advice to stakeholders at varying levels of seniority.
• Support secure-by-design approaches throughout the project lifecycle.
• Experience within cyber security, vulnerability management, risk assessment, audit or compliance functions.
• Strong understanding of cyber security frameworks and standards, including NIST and ISO 27001.
• Knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Experience applying Secure by Design principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong report writing, analytical and presentation skills.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office applications.

Skills

Cyber security

Vulnerability management

Risk assessment

Audit and compliance

Stakeholder communication

Report writing

Presentation skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client, a leading organisation operating within the defence, security and technology sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Security Consultant to join their growing cyber capability team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile programmes supporting critical national security and defence-related projects, providing cyber security expertise across a range of complex environments.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Cyber Security Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering cyber security advice, vulnerability analysis, risk assessments, audit activities and cyber exercise support to a diverse portfolio of stakeholders.

You will work alongside multidisciplinary teams to assess security posture, identify vulnerabilities, evaluate business risks and contribute to the development of robust cyber security strategies and operational plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cyber security vulnerability, risk and compliance activities across multiple projects
• Conduct cyber security audits against recognised industry standards and frameworks
• Develop business risk models and supporting artefacts for operational planning
• Assess organisational cyber maturity and risk exposure using established frameworks
• Present findings, recommendations and risk-based advice to stakeholders at varying levels of seniority
• Support secure-by-design approaches throughout the project lifecycle
• Experience within cyber security, vulnerability management, risk assessment, audit or compliance functions
• Strong understanding of cyber security frameworks and standards, including NIST and ISO 27001
• Knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Experience applying Secure by Design principles
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong report writing, analytical and presentation skills
• Competent user of Microsoft Office applications

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private medical and health cash plan options
• Retail, travel and lifestyle discounts
• Volunteering and community engagement opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and training

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must hold a Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance.