Cyber Security & Information Assurance Consultants

Forwardrole; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking multiple Cyber Security & Information Assurance Consultants at junior to senior levels to support mission-critical programmes in the National Security sector. The role involves delivering expert security advice, implementing governance models, and conducting compliance assessments. Candidates must have proven experience in cyber security within Defence or UK Government environments and hold valid eDV clearance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Cyber Security & Information Assurance within Defence or UK Government environments.
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks and secure-by-design principles.
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert security advice for BAU, technical refresh, and new project initiatives.
• Conduct compliance assessments across systems and processes.
• Develop, refine, or review security policies and procedures.

Skills

Cyber Security

Information Assurance

Risk Management

Stakeholder Communication

Job description

Cyber Security & Information Assurance Consultants (eDV Cleared)
Salary: £50,000 – £85,000 (DOE)
Location: Manchester or Cheltenham (Hybrid Working)
Clearance Required: Existing eDV (Enhanced Developed Vetting)

Join a Leading Consultancy Driving National Security Innovation

FR Secure is partnering with a rapidly expanding consultancy that delivers cutting-edge cyber and information assurance solutions for high-security government and industry clients. We’re looking for multiple Cyber Security & Information Assurance Consultants at junior to senior levels to support long-term, mission-critical programmes in the National Security sector.

Your Role

As a Cyber Security & Information Assurance Consultant, you will:

• Deliver expert security advice for BAU, technical refresh, and new project initiatives.
• Implement and improve governance models aligned with client business needs.
• Identify cyber risks and propose risk-based mitigation strategies.
• Conduct compliance assessments across systems and processes to evaluate cyber and information assurance posture.
• Develop, refine, or review security policies and procedures to align with corporate and regulatory standards.
• Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams to enhance the value of Cyber Security & Information Assurance services delivered.

What You Bring

We’re looking for people who can make a real impact. You should have:

• Proven experience in Cyber Security & Information Assurance within Defence or UK Government environments.
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks and secure-by-design principles.
• Familiarity with government and defence security standards such as:
• HMG/NCSC IA Policies and Guidelines
• JSP440 and other MoD IA standards
• Cyber Essentials
• NIST, NIS-D
• ONR SyAPs (Security Assessment Principles)
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills – you can clearly explain complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Security Clearance

eDV clearance is essential. Due to the highly sensitive nature of the work, all applicants must currently hold valid eDV clearance.

Ready to advance your career in national security?
Apply today and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of secure government and defence technology.