Cyber Security Consultant

Global TechForce; Greater London; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CyberSecurity Consultant to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for conducting thorough security assessments, performing penetration testing, and developing robust security policies to safeguard digital assets. As part of a forward-thinking IT consulting firm, you will stay ahead of emerging threats and contribute to the design of secure IT environments. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the cybersecurity landscape while working remotely. If you are passionate about technology and security, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a strong understanding of principles.
• Master's degree in a related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive security assessments and vulnerability testing.
• Develop and implement security policies and incident response plans.

Skills

Cybersecurity Principles

Vulnerability Testing

Penetration Testing

Threat Analysis

Incident Response

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Nessus

Burp Suite

Metasploit

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

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Overview

Global TechForce is an IT consulting firm with offices in the UK and Italy. We focus on growth by connecting top talent to leading companies in the IT industry.

GTF is currently hiring a CyberSecurity Consultant to work remotely. As a cybersecurity consultant, your key responsibilities revolve around helping organizations protect their digital assets and improve their overall security posture.

Key responsibilities:

• Conducting comprehensive security assessments: This involves evaluating an organization's IT infrastructure, networks, systems, and applications to identify potential weaknesses and vulnerabilities.
• Performing vulnerability testing and penetration testing: Using various tools and techniques (like Nessus, Burp Suite, Metasploit), you'll simulate attacks to uncover exploitable flaws.
• Developing threat analysis schedules and staying updated on emerging threats: Keeping abreast of the latest attack vectors, malware, and security trends is crucial.
• Developing and implementing security policies, standards, and procedures: This includes creating guidelines aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, GDPR).
• Designing and architecting secure IT environments: This may involve network security design, cloud security architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP), and implementing security technologies.
• Developing and assisting in the implementation of incident response plans: Creating documented procedures for handling security breaches and other incidents.
• Conducting tabletop exercises and simulations: Helping organizations practice their incident response procedures.
• Delivering technical reports and test findings with actionable preventative solutions: Clearly documenting assessment results and providing recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in computer science or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in this sector
• Strong understanding of cyber security principles

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology, Analyst, and Consulting

Industries

Business Consulting and Services, Telecommunications, and Biotechnology Research