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Job summary
A leading cybersecurity firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Consultant to support defence clients. The role involves leading high-assurance projects and providing strategic guidance on secure architecture. Candidates should have extensive knowledge of MOD Cyber practices and active SC clearance. This is a remote-first position offering competitive benefits and a strong career progression path.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of MOD Cyber/GRC practices such as RMADS and Secure by Design.
- Experience working directly with MOD clients.
- Understanding of cloud security architecture and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Lead cyber advisory projects for high-assurance defence clients.
- Support clients with strategy and architecture development.
- Conduct security assessments and risk frameworks.
Skills
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Senior Cyber Security Consultant – Defence Sector
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We’re supporting a major player in the defence and security space as they scale up their cyber advisory practice. They’re now looking for a Senior Cyber Security Consultant with a solid background in Defence, someone who understands MOD environments, can lead engagements, and is confident advising on secure architecture, assurance and transformation strategies.
You’ll work closely with high-profile clients, tackling real-world cyber challenges across secure programmes. The work is remote-first, with occasional travel to client sites where needed.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Play a key role in high-assurance, cyber advisory projects
Support defence clients with strategy, architecture, GRC, and more
Remote-first with flexible working, strong progression path
Full benefits inc. private healthcare, bonus + unlimited training resources
SC Clearance required
CORE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
• Strong knowledge of MOD Cyber/GRC practices – e.g. RMADS, Secure by Design
• Experience working with Defence Primes or directly with MOD clients
• Security assessments, risk frameworks, and technical assurance
• Cyber vulnerability investigation and reporting
• Cloud security knowledge, including architecture & compliance
• Any IAM / Zero Trust / OT Security experience – highly desirable
Please note – only candidates with active SC clearance.
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