Cyber Security Consultant

Gattaca; Corsham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Enhanced pension

Life assurance

Private medical

Health cash plan

Discounts

Training & development

Job summary

Gattaca is seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Security Consultant to join its cyber capability team, delivering cyber security expertise across high-profile defence and security programmes.

You will lead vulnerability assessments, risk analyses, audits, and security-by-design initiatives, engaging with stakeholders at all levels and contributing to robust cyber security strategies and operational plans.

Qualifications

• Experience across cyber security vulnerability management, risk assessments and compliance functions.
• Proven ability to present findings and risk-based advice to stakeholders at varying levels of seniority.
• Strong report writing, analytical and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cyber security vulnerability, risk and compliance activities across multiple projects.
• Conduct cyber security audits against 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 and recommendations to stakeholders with clear risk-based advice.
• Support secure-by-design approaches throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Vulnerability management

Risk assessment

Governance & compliance

Stakeholder communication

Report writing

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.