Principal Cyber Security Consultant - Cyber Advisory

FSP; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Coaching and mentoring

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

FSP is seeking a Principal Cyber Security Consultant to join our Cyber Advisory practice in the United Kingdom. You will work with senior client stakeholders to help them develop, deliver, and oversee effective cyber security strategy and programmes.

In this role you will lead engagements, mentor teams, and provide board-level advice on cyber security delivery, helping clients navigate complex security landscapes while driving value and growth for our services.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in security leadership, with a strong track record of delivering measurable results.
• Experienced in developing and implementing security strategies and programmes.
• Possess a broad understanding of a range of technical and organisational security domains.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively lead teams.
• Demonstrable experience of successfully working with large and complex organisations.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the successful delivery of security transformation programmes.
• Lead and manage engagements, partnering with clients to understand their requirements, then building and executing strategies to add demonstrable value.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert.
• Lead on cyber security assessments and development of improvement programmes.
• Lead the delivery of virtual CISO services.
• Advising Boards and other C level executives on effective cyber security delivery.
• Mentoring and coaching client security leaders to be more effective in their organisations.
• Provide quality assurance, oversight, management and mentorship for other team members.
• Actively contribute to cyber security thought leadership.

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Cyber Security Consultant to join our Cyber Advisory practice. As a Principal Consultant, you will work with senior client stakeholders to help them develop, deliver, and oversee effective cyber security strategy and programmes.

As part of this role, you will actively contribute to business growth through identifying impactful opportunities to support clients and support exceptional delivery of our services which include:

• Interim CISO Services
• Virtual CISO Services
• Board Cyber Advice
• CISO Support and Coaching

Responsibilities

• Support the successful delivery of security transformation programmes.
• Lead and manage engagements, partnering with clients to understand their requirements, then building and executing strategies to add demonstrable value.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert.
• Lead on cyber security assessments and development of improvement programmes.
• Lead the delivery of virtual CISO services.
• Advising Boards and other C level executives on effective cyber security delivery.
• Mentoring and coaching client security leaders to be more effective in their organisations.
• Provide quality assurance, oversight, management and mentorship for other team members.
• Actively contribute to cyber security thought leadership.

About you

• Extensive experience in security leadership, with a strong track record of delivering measurable results.
• Experienced in developing and implementing security strategies and programmes.
• Possess a broad understanding of a range of technical and organisational security domains.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively lead teams .
• Demonstrable experience of successfully working with large and complex organisations.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.

What we look for in our people

• Strong alignment with FSP values and ethos
• Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success
• Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dedication to excellence and quality

Who are FSP?

FSP is a leading consultancy specialising in Digital, Security and AI solutions. Our success is enabled by our unwavering commitment to excellence, our people centric culture alongside best-in-class operations, ensuring impactful and sustainable outcomes for our clients.

As a long standing and highly accredited Microsoft Partner, with extensive solution designations, we partner with clients across a range of commercial sectors, enabling digital transformation, innovation and robust cyber security.

We navigate the complexities of data sensitivity, confidentiality, governance and compliance. We blend strategic insight, depth of technical expertise, delivery and operational excellence to meet the specific requirements outlined.

We take a collaborative, one team approach with our clients to drive sustainable change, providing outstanding client experience and delivering exceptional results that are aligned with business priorities.

Our commitment to security and quality is reinforced by our ISO27001 and ISO9001 certifications (UKAS), as well as our CREST approved penetration testing and SOC capabilities. Additionally, we are an IASME Cyber Essentials Certification Body and Cyber Essentials Plus certified.

Find out more about our accolades here: https://fsp.co/about-fsp/

Why work for FSP?

At FSP, we are committed to providing:

• A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career
• The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of
• A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience
• Hybrid working - we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results
• Industry leading coaching and mentoring
• Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package

Equal and Fair Opportunity

FSP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We assess applicants based on their skills, experience, and potential, without regard to age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic.

Please note that visa sponsorship is available for some roles, subject to eligibility and business requirements.

Research indicates that individuals from underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply where they feel they do not meet every requirement, or where there is uncertainty about who a role is intended for. If you are interested in a role with us but are concerned that you may not meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. You may be a strong candidate for this role or for other opportunities within FSP.

We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in an interview or meeting (whether virtual or in person), please let us know.