Cyber Security Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense consulting firm is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Consultant to support major clients in the defence sector. This remote-first role involves advising on secure architecture and tackling cybersecurity challenges. Candidates should have strong MOD Cyber knowledge and active SC clearance. Benefits include private healthcare and training resources.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Unlimited training resources

Bonus

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of MOD Cyber/GRC practices required.
• Experience with Defence clients essential.
• Active SC clearance mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagements in cyber advisory projects.
• Support defence clients' strategy and architecture.
• Engage in cybersecurity challenges on client sites.

Skills

MOD Cyber/GRC practices

Security assessments

Cyber vulnerability investigation

Cloud security knowledge

Job description

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Searchability NS&D

Location:

sheffield, south yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Cyber Security Consultant – Defence Sector

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We’re supporting a major player in the defence and security space as they scale up their cyber advisory practice. They’re now looking for a Senior Cyber Security Consultant with a solid background in Defence, someone who understands MOD environments, can lead engagements, and is confident advising on secure architecture, assurance and transformation strategies.

You’ll work closely with high-profile clients, tackling real-world cyber challenges across secure programmes. The work is remote-first, with occasional travel to client sites where needed.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Play a key role in high-assurance, cyber advisory projects

Support defence clients with strategy, architecture, GRC, and more

Remote-first with flexible working, strong progression path

Full benefits inc. private healthcare, bonus + unlimited training resources

SC Clearance required

CORE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Strong knowledge of MOD Cyber/GRC practices – e.g. RMADS, Secure by Design

• Experience working with Defence Primes or directly with MOD clients

• Security assessments, risk frameworks, and technical assurance

• Cyber vulnerability investigation and reporting

• Cloud security knowledge, including architecture & compliance

• Any IAM / Zero Trust / OT Security experience – highly desirable

Please note – only candidates with active SC clearance.