InfoSec Consulting Maternity Leave Cover

Smarttech247; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A cybersecurity consulting company in Cork is seeking a proactive InfoSec Consultant for maternity leave cover. The role involves assessing and enhancing clients' cybersecurity posture, with a strong focus on compliance and data protection. Ideal candidates should have 2–3 years of relevant experience and strong communication skills. Occasional travel to the Cork office is required. This is a temporary position expected to last 6-9 months.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Time in lieu

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in information security or cybersecurity consulting.
• Strong understanding of ISO 27001, GDPR, and NIST.
• Ability to explain complex topics clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on information security best practices.
• Conduct risk assessments and maturity reviews.
• Prepare reports and documentation for clients.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Communication skills

Understanding of data protection regulations

Cross-functional teamwork

Job description

Overview

InfoSec Consulting Maternity Leave Cover

We are seeking a proactive and client-focused InfoSec Consultant to join our InfoSec Consulting team on Maternity Leave cover. In this role, you will work directly with our clients to assess, enhance and maintain their cybersecurity posture, with a strong emphasis on data protection and compliance. You will also collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to deliver tailored security solutions that align with our clients’ business goals and regulatory requirements.

Location: Cork, Ireland

Contract: Maternity Leave cover – expected duration 6-9 months.

On-site requirement: Ideal candidate to be Cork based but will be open to applicants within Ireland who must be able to travel to office weekly for team collaborations.

Please note: We are not seeking support from recruitment agencies for this role and kindly ask that agencies refrain from contacting us. Thank you for your understanding

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing expert guidance on information security best practices, frameworks and compliance requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, NIS2).
• Conduct risk assessments, gap analyses and maturity reviews to evaluate clients’ current security posture and recommend actionable improvements.
• Assist clients in achieving and maintaining compliance with relevant data protection and cybersecurity regulations and standards.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of consulting services and alignment with client needs.
• Prepare clear, concise and professional reports, policies and documentation to support client engagements and internal knowledge sharing.
• Stay current with evolving cybersecurity threats, technologies and regulatory changes to continuously enhance the value delivered to clients.

Required Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in information security, cybersecurity consulting, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of data protection regulations and security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills, with a proven ability to build relationships and explain complex topics clearly.
• Demonstrated experience working in a cross-functional environment with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to Have

• Relevant certifications such as ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, CISSP, CISM, or similar.
• Experience supporting clients through security audits or certification processes.
• Familiarity with risk management tools or GRC platforms.
• Pension scheme.
• Flexible working and time in lieu.

How the hiring process works

If your skills and experience align with our expectations, a member of our Talent team will reach out via email to begin an initial screening. This stage allows us to understand your experience and expectations while giving you the opportunity to learn more about the role and our company. If successful, we will outline the full interview process, which may include a combination of remote and on-site interviews. Depending on the role, a task or presentation may also be part of the process. Throughout, we aim to ensure a positive and transparent candidate experience, keeping you informed at each stage.

Diversity & Inclusion Mission Statement

At Smarttech247, our mission is to keep our customers secure. Cybersecurity is a complex industry, therefore, in order to tackle its challenges and continue to innovate, we believe that a diverse workforce contributes to greater collective intelligence and ultimately, makes a stronger team – qualities that are needed in our fight against cybercrime.

Smarttech247 is proud to be committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.