Senior Consultant - Cyber Strategy & Transformation

Anson McCade; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking a Senior Consultant to lead cyber strategy and transformation projects in Bristol. This role involves mentoring junior consultants, engaging with clients, and developing governance frameworks. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in cyber security and strong knowledge of cyber frameworks like NIST CSF and ISO 27001. The position offers a salary range of £47,900 - £55,250 plus additional benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in cyber security, risk, or consulting.
• Strong working knowledge of cyber frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls.
• Demonstrable experience delivering on transformation or strategy projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead specific workstreams within cyber strategy and transformation engagements.
• Conduct detailed assessments and design governance, risk, and control frameworks.
• Develop and present recommendations, reports, and roadmaps for clients.

Skills

Experience in cyber security

Strong communication skills

Mentoring experience

Knowledge of cyber frameworks

Job description

Senior Consultant - Cyber Strategy & Transformation

Salary: £47,900 - £55,250 GBP
Onsite WORKING
Location: Bristol, South West - United Kingdom Type: Permanent

Job Details:

• Level: Senior Consultant
• Salary: £47,900 - £55,250 + benefits
• Location: Bristol | Hybrid (client site travel as required)
• Function: Cyber Strategy

Our client is a global professional services firm supporting organisations across industries to strengthen their cyber resilience and deliver enterprise-wide transformation. Their Cyber Strategy & Transformation practice works with both public and private sector clients to design and implement strategies that improve security posture, manage risk, and enable secure digital growth.

The Role
As a Senior Consultant, you'll act as a key delivery lead within transformation projects, taking ownership of defined workstreams, managing junior consultants, and working directly with client stakeholders. You'll help shape cyber strategies, develop operating models, and guide clients through complex transformation programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead specific workstreams within cyber strategy and transformation engagements.
• Conduct detailed assessments and design governance, risk, and control frameworks.
• Develop and present recommendations, reports, and roadmaps for clients.
• Mentor and support junior consultants, helping to build delivery capability within the team.
• Engage directly with stakeholders to ensure alignment, buy-in, and practical implementation of solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams spanning consulting, risk, and technology.

Experience Required

• 3-5 years of experience in cyber security, risk, or consulting.
• Strong working knowledge of cyber frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls.
• Demonstrable experience delivering on transformation or strategy projects.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders.
• Experience mentoring or guiding less experienced team members.

This role is well suited for someone ready to step up into greater ownership and responsibility while still being hands-on in delivery. You'll gain exposure to high-profile transformation programmes, with clear career progression into management.