Sr. Consultant (Cyber Security Specialist) Fixed Term Appointment

QinetiQ; Malvern; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and defense firm is seeking a Cyber Simulated Attack Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role involves conducting security testing, developing techniques, and mentoring colleagues, with the possibility of hybrid work. Candidates must have strong knowledge of Active Directory, cloud security, and relevant qualifications like CCT-INF or CSTL-INF.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan options

Employee discount portal

Support for Armed Forces community

Volunteering opportunities

Responsibilities

• Conduct CHECK and non-CHECK security testing.
• Travel to client sites for security testing engagements.
• Develop new attack techniques for QinetiQ.
• Develop junior colleagues and foster collaboration.
• Propose mitigations for vulnerabilities and write reports.
• Scope and bid for customer engagements.

Skills

Ability to document and sign off test reports

Understanding of Active Directory and cloud security

Experience in security testing as a qualified tester

NCSC CHECK Team Leader status

Knowledge of relevant security laws

Education

CCT-INF or CSTL-INF

Job description

Overview

Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID: SF18875

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Cyber Simulated Attack Specialist on a 12 month Fixed-Term Contract at any of our main sites, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role

As a Cyber Simulated Attack Specialist, you will be working as part of a testing team undertaking CHECK and non-CHECK security testing works for customers. Day-to-day, you’ll undertake a variety of work as part of a testing team acting in a leadership capacity as an infrastructure CHECK team leader.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking CHECK and non-CHECK security testing
• Travelling to client sites to carry out security testing engagements
• Performing research and development of new attack techniques that support and enhance QinetiQ security testing capability
• Developing junior colleagues and operating with integrity and collaboration within the team
• Proposing mitigations for identified vulnerabilities and writing reports of security testing engagements for customers including signing off reports
• Scoping, estimating and bidding customer engagements as required and directed

Essential experience

• The ability to be able to document, create and sign off test reports
• A strong understanding of Active Directory, infrastructure, cloud security and common operating systems
• Previous experience delivering security testing services as a qualified (CREST or Cyber Scheme) tester
• NCSC CHECK Team Leader status in infrastructure (CCT-INF or CSTL-INF)
• A strong understanding of relevant laws and legal frameworks for security testing

Essential qualifications

• CCT-INF or CSTL-INF

This role is 37 hours per week based at any one of our UK sites, Hybrid working patterns available.

Multi-Site

QinetiQ operates state of the art facilities across the UK that focus on defence, security and technology innovation. These facilities enable QinetiQ to conduct a wide range of research, testing and development activities that both support military and civilian applications helping to advance technology and support national security.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

The environment encourages collaboration across backgrounds and disciplines, supporting diverse perspectives and authentic contribution. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• Support for the Armed Forces community through the Armed Forces Covenant and Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which mean factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK