Security Consultant

Experis - ManpowerGroup; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Security Consultant in the UK. This role focuses on governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) while requiring strong expertise in security assurance. The successful candidate will work on various Defence and Public Sector projects, delivering complex solutions and maintaining client relationships. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, training budget, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Remote working

Training budget

Private healthcare

Bonus scheme

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering complex cyber security projects.
• Current SC clearance is required.
• Familiarity with GRC practices in similar environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance across standards such as NIST, CAF.
• Collaborate with technical teams on security projects.
• Contribute to tender responses and help shape innovative solutions.

Skills

Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)

Communication skills

Risk management

Security assurance

ISO 27001 knowledge

Education

CISSP

CISM

ISO 27001 Lead Implementer

Job description

Job Title: Security Consultant
Location: Hybrid (Wiltshire office, circa 2 days pw)
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 + Benefits

Are you an experienced Security Consultant looking for your next challenge? We are seeking passionate cyber security professionals with strong expertise in governance, risk and compliance (GRC), who can deliver complex projects and build trusted client relationships.

As a Security Consultant, you will work on a variety of 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. You'll 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. You'll stay ahead of industry developments, contribute to tender responses, and help shape innovative solutions.

We are looking for a Security Consultant with experience in security assurance, accreditation, secure by design, and risk management, alongside recognised qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer. Ideally you will be familiar with GRC practices in similar environments also.

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.

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