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GBP 100,000 - 125,000

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Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security Consultant to enhance the organization's security posture. The ideal candidate has expertise in security frameworks, risk management, and hands-on experience with various security technologies. Responsibilities include providing security guidance, conducting risk assessments, and supporting incident responses. This role is an initial contract lasting until the end of 2026, based in Fleet, UK.

Qualifications

  • Strong understanding of security frameworks, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
  • Hands-on experience with security technologies including SIEM and firewalls.
  • Proficiency in conducting threat modelling and vulnerability assessments.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert guidance on cyber security strategy and risk management.
  • Conduct risk assessments and security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Support incident response activities, including investigation and remediation.

Skills

Security frameworks understanding
Hands-on experience with security technologies
Analytical skills
Communication skills
Stakeholder engagement skills

Tools

SIEM
Firewalls
Endpoint protection
Cloud security tools
Job description

Job Title: Cyber Security Consultant
Location: Fleet
Salary/Rate: £445 Per Day Inside IR35
Start Date: 01/10/2025
Job Type: Initial Contract Until 31/12/2026

We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a highly skilled Cyber Security Consultant to join our team and help strengthen the organisation’s security posture.

Job Responsibilities/Objectives

In this role, you will provide expert guidance on cyber security strategy, risk management, and technical controls, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
You will work across multiple domains including threat detection, incident response, identity and access management, and cloud security, helping to design and implement robust security solutions that protect critical assets and data.

  • Assess, design, and implement security controls across infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments.
  • Conduct risk assessments, gap analyses, and security audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Advise on security architecture and ensure alignment with industry best practices and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
  • Support incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and remediation of security breaches.
  • Collaborate with IT, engineering, and business teams to embed security into project lifecycles and operational processes.
  • Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Provide subject matter expertise on identity and access management, data protection, and threat intelligence.
  • Deliver security awareness training and promote a culture of security across the organisation.
  • Stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and regulatory changes, and assess their impact on the business.
Required Skills/Experience

The ideal candidate will have the following:

  • Strong understanding of security frameworks, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
  • Hands-on experience with security technologies such as SIEM, firewalls, endpoint protection, IAM, and cloud security tools.
  • Proficiency in conducting threat modelling, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to translate technical risks into business impacts and actionable recommendations.
Desirable Skills/Experience

Although not essential, the following skills are desired by the client:

  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer.
  • Experience in financial services, healthcare, or other regulated industries.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevSecOps practices.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.

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