Cyber Security Consultant

Predatech; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Company pension

25 days annual leave

Regular team meals and activities

Budget and support to achieve cyberse​

Job summary

Predatech, based in Manchester, is seeking a Cyber Security Consultant to join a growing team. This role suits IT professionals aiming to enter or advance in cyber security, with full training and certification support provided.

You will work on Cyber Essentials assessments, vulnerability reviews, and MS 365 security audits, while handling a busy workload and delivering clear client communications end-to-end.

Qualifications

• 3 years or more of general IT or cyber security experience.
• Real passion for cyber security and the enthusiasm to learn more.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good understanding of networking, including how the OSI model works.
• Proficiency with modern Microsoft Windows operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Delivering Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus assessments for new and existing clients.
• Conducting vulnerability assessments, workstation/server security build reviews and MS 365 security reviews.
• Maintaining a proactive approach to service delivery and effectively managing a busy workload.
• Providing clear communication to clients throughout the end-to-end service delivery process.
• Assisting with penetration testing activities such as open-source intelligence gathering.
• Supporting the growth and development of the business.

Skills

Cyber security

IT experience

Communication skills

Networking basics

Windows OS familiarity

Education

Cyber security certifications (OSCP, CREST, etc.)

Tools

Nessus

Qualys

Job description

Predatech is a CREST-accredited penetration testing organisation focused on delivering high-quality technical security services. We’re based in Manchester and are a cyber security partner to over 300 organisations across the UK, including some of the largest companies in the world.

We’re growing fast and are searching for more great people to join us. If you’re looking to join a friendly team that cares about delivering high-quality cyber security services, then we want to hear from you.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated self-starter with IT experience to join our team as a Cyber Security Consultant. This is an excellent opportunity for an IT professional seeking to take their first step to into building a career in cyber security or a current cyber security professional looking to develop their skillset.

The successful candidate will be part of a small and ambitious team, which provides a great platform to grow and develop. Full training and mentorship will be provided and the successful candidate will be supported to gain a range of cyber security certifications.

As a Cyber Security Consultant, you will help organisations to improve their security posture. You will be key to helping organisations achieve Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications and will also have the opportunity to help drive the development of the business and its core service offerings. Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus assessments for new and existing clients
• Conducting vulnerability assessments, workstation/server security build reviews and MS 365 security reviews.
• Maintaining a proactive approach to service delivery and effectively managing a busy workload
• Providing clear communication to clients throughout the end-to-end service delivery process
• Assisting with penetration testing activities such as open-source intelligence gathering
• Supporting the growth and development of the business

Who We’re Looking For:

The following skills and experience are essential for the role:

• 3 years or more of general IT or cyber security experience
• Real passion for cyber security and the enthusiasm to learn more
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good understanding of networking, including how the OSI model works
• Proficiency with modern Microsoft Windows operating systems

In addition, the following would be desirable:

• Experience conducting vulnerability scanning or using Nessus/Qualys
• Experience with ISO 27001 or IASME Cyber Assurance
• Certifications such as OSCP, CompTIA Security+/Network+, CREST, CISM
• Linux and Windows command line experience

What We Can Offer:

• Performance bonus
• Company pension
• 25 days annual leave (plus birthday day & bank holidays)
• Regular team meals and activities (e.g, go karting,crazy golfand Go Ape)
• Budget and support to achieve cyber security certifications