Senior Information Security Consultant

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonus

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development budget

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown seeks a Senior Information Security Consultant to advise clients on cybersecurity posture and lead security initiatives end-to-end.

You will conduct assessments, design security frameworks, and guide clients through complex challenges, working onsite with diverse organisations and delivering measurable security improvements. Strong expertise in multiple domains and relevant certifications are expected.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in information security consulting or a similar client-facing security role.
• Proven expertise across network, cloud, and application security domains.
• Solid understanding of risk management frameworks and standards (ISO 27001, NIST).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client management skills.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or vendor certifications are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive information security assessments including vulnerability assessments and risk analyses.
• Develop and present strategic recommendations to improve clients' security posture, policies and procedures.
• Design and architect security solutions for client needs across network, endpoint, and cloud security.
• Lead and manage security implementation projects within scope, timeline and budget.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to client teams on security best practices and threats.
• Stay current with cybersecurity trends and regulatory landscapes to provide cutting-edge advice.

Skills

Network security

Cloud security

Application security

Communication

Client management

CISSP

CISM

Education

Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced and strategic Senior Information Security Consultant to join their growing practice based in Queenstown . In this client-facing role, you will provide expert advice and solutions to organizations seeking to enhance their cybersecurity posture. You will lead assessments, design security frameworks, and guide clients through complex security challenges. This on-site position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, solving critical security issues and driving significant improvements in their defense capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive information security assessments, including vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and risk analyses for clients.
• Develop and present strategic recommendations for improving clients' security posture, policies, and procedures.
• Design and architect robust security solutions tailored to client needs, encompassing network security, endpoint security, and cloud security.
• Lead and manage security implementation projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to client teams on security best practices and emerging threats.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, technologies, and regulatory landscapes to provide cutting-edge advice.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in information security consulting or a similar client-facing security role.
• Proven expertise in multiple security domains, including network security, cloud security, and application security.
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks, security standards (ISO 27001, NIST), and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client management skills.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or relevant vendor certifications are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure reflecting senior expertise.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Generous professional development budget for training and certifications.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and client engagement in the Eastern Cape .
• A stimulating and challenging work environment dedicated to cybersecurity excellence.