Security Consultant

People Source Consulting Ltd; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment agency is seeking a Security Consultant to work on Defence and Public Sector assignments. This hybrid role requires current SC clearance and involves responsibilities such as risk assessments and developing ISMS frameworks. The ideal candidate will have expertise in security assurance and relevant certifications like CISSP or CISM. Attractive benefits include private healthcare and a training budget.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Remote working

Training budget

Private healthcare

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in security assurance, accreditation, and secure by design.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001 and risk management practices.
• Recognized qualifications are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Work on Defence and Public Sector assignments requiring current SC clearance.
• Provide expert guidance across standards such as NIST and CAF.
• Contribute to tender responses and help shape innovative solutions.

Skills

Security assurance

Risk management

Client communication

Collaboration with technical teams

Knowledge of GRC practices

Education

CISSP

CISM

ISO 27001 Lead Implementer

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Security Consultant
Location: Hybrid (Bristol/Wiltshire office, circa 2 days pw)
Salary: £45,000 - £75,000 + Benefits

Responsibilities

• Work on Defence and Public Sector assignments, requiring current SC clearance. Projects will range from risk assessments and ISO 27001 implementations to developing full ISMS frameworks and supporting clients through accreditation. Provide expert guidance across standards such as NIST, CAF, and Secure by Design.
• Security Consultant role is highly client-facing, requiring excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with technical teams. Stay ahead of industry developments, contribute to tender responses, and help shape innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in security assurance, accreditation, secure by design, and risk management, alongside recognised qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer. Ideally familiar with GRC practices in similar environments.

Benefits

In return, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, remote working, training budget, private healthcare, bonus scheme, and a culture that values collaboration, growth, and well-being.

Take the next step in your career as a GRC Specialist/Security Consultant - apply today.

People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.