Cyber Strategy Analyst

Daintta; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health Insurance

Annual training budget

Pension contribution

Volunteer leave

Employee referral programme

Gym discounts

Job summary

Daintta is seeking a Cyber Strategy Analyst to support the development of cybersecurity strategies, risk assessments, and governance initiatives. You will translate technical insights into business-focused recommendations and interact with clients to understand challenges and deliver practical security controls.

This graduate role offers exposure to multiple industries, hands-on learning, and a fast-paced, collaborative environment within a growing cybersecurity practice.

Qualifications

• Degree educated or equivalent.
• Clear verbal and written communication, especially translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and contribute to shared goals.
• Analytical thinking and a structured approach to breaking down complex challenges.
• Willingness to learn new tools, frameworks, and methodologies quickly.
• Proactive attitude, with the confidence to ask questions and take ownership of tasks.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.
• Careful and thorough approach to analysis, documentation, and delivery.
• Professionalism and empathy when engaging with stakeholders and understanding their needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and rollout of cybersecurity strategies, operating models, and capability assessments under the guidance of senior consultants.
• Help prepare for and document stakeholder meetings, workshops, and interviews.
• Support the execution of risk assessments and maturity reviews by gathering data, analysing findings, and identifying potential improvements to cybersecurity posture.
• Contribute to the creation of reports, presentations, and communications for diverse audiences.
• Gain exposure to the implementation of security controls and understand how they align with IT service delivery and business operations.
• Work collaboratively with the team to deliver high-quality outputs on time and take initiative to develop.

Skills

Degree educated

Clear communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Adaptability

Initiative

Time management

Attention to detail

Client focus

Education

Degree educated or equivalent

Job description

Daintta are a rapidly expanding, values-driven team of specialists who collaborate with both public and private sector clients across the domains of Cyber, Telecommunications, and Data. We are seeking a talented and motivated Cyber Security Graduates to join our team and contribute to our mission of safeguarding the UK through data-driven insights and solutions.

Being a part of our Advanced Professions Programme means you’ll be at the heart of our consulting projects - supporting senior consultants, engaging with clients, and helping to deliver solutions to their most complex challenges. This is an exciting opportunity to launch your career in consulting, gain exposure to different industries, and develop your skillset in a fast-paced, collaborative and supportive environment.

As a Cyber Strategy Analyst at Daintta, you will contribute to the development of cybersecurity strategies by supporting risk assessments, analysing business processes, and helping implement practical security controls. You’ll gain hands‑on experience translating technical insights into business-focused recommendations, while building foundational knowledge in cyber resilience, governance, and stakeholder communication. This role offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of technology and strategy within a growing cybersecurity practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Cyber Strategy Support:Assist in the development and rollout of cybersecurity strategies, operating models, and capability assessments under the guidance of senior consultants.
• Stakeholder Engagement:Help prepare for and document stakeholder meetings, workshops, and interviews. Learn to understand client challenges and contribute to building trusted relationships.
• Risk & Maturity Analysis:Support the execution of risk assessments and maturity reviews by gathering data, analysing findings, and helping to identify potential improvements to cybersecurity posture.
• Clear Communication:Contribute to the creation of reports, presentations, and communications. Learn to translate technical concepts into clear, business-friendly language for a range of audiences.
• Security Controls:Gain exposure to the implementation of security controls and understand how they align with IT service delivery and business operations.
• Project Delivery:Work collaboratively with the team to deliver high-quality outputs on time. Take initiative, ask questions, and use available resources to support your development and contribution.
• Team Contribution & Growth:Participate in internal initiatives, knowledge sharing, and team activities. Bring curiosity and enthusiasm to help shape the future of our cyber strategy practice.
• Our Values: Uphold and promote our values of being transparent, fair, and daring, both internally and externally.

Skills/Knowledge

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Degree Educated or equivalent.
• Communication:Clear verbal and written communication, especially when translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Collaboration:Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and contribute to shared goals.
• Problem-Solving:Analytical thinking and a structured approach to breaking down complex challenges.
• Adaptability:Willingness to learn new tools, frameworks, and methodologies quickly.
• Initiative:Proactive attitude, with the confidence to ask questions and take ownership of tasks.
• Time Management:Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.
• Attention to Detail:Careful and thorough approach to analysis, documentation, and delivery.
• Client Focus:Professionalism and empathy when engaging with stakeholders and understanding their needs.

Nice to Have Experience / Knowledge

• Understanding of Cyber Security principles
• Risk assessment
• Familiarity with Cyber Frameworks (e.g. NIST, ISO 27001)
• Translating technical risks into business impact

Location?

Hybrid, with 2-3 days working from Daintta office (London or Cheltenham) or on client site as required.

Benefits

We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

Time Off:

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Up to 5 days annual training leave with a dedicated training budget
• Up to 3 days annual volunteering leave - give back to the community
• Competitive maternity, paternity, shared parental leave & compassionate leave

Health & Wellness:

• Comprehensive Private Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support services
• £2,000 Flex Cash Allowance, paid pro-rata over the year

Financial Benefits:

• 5% pension contribution
• Discretionary company awards and bonuses, based on performance and company targets

Professional Development

• Up to £1,000 annual training budget (access to additional training and development budget via business case)
• Up to 5 days annual training leave
• 1 professional membership paid annually
• Up to £200 of additional IT budget for new joiners

Perks

• Free breakfast every Tuesday in the London office
• Fortnightly drinks – in London
• Regular social events, quizzes, and guest workshops
• Huckletree perks – including gym and restaurant discounts
• Employee referral programme
• Monthly breakfast club in our Cheltenham office

Security Information

Due to clients’ requirements, all applications are strictly subject to security clearance requirements relevant to the role.