Cyber Security Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cyber security consultancy in Watford is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Consultant to support defence clients with strategy and secure architecture. This remote-first role requires strong knowledge of MOD practices and active SC clearance. The position offers flexible working, private healthcare, and unlimited training resources.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Bonus

Unlimited training resources

Qualifications

• Active SC clearance required.
• Strong knowledge of RMADS and Secure by Design.
• Experience working directly with MOD clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead cyber advisory projects focusing on defence.
• Advise on secure architecture and transformation.
• Support clients with GRC strategies.

Skills

Knowledge of MOD Cyber/GRC practices

Experience with Defence Primes

Security assessments

Cyber vulnerability investigation

Cloud security knowledge

IAM / Zero Trust experience

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Cyber Security Consultant, watford, hertfordshire

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Client:

Searchability NS&D

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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.