Cyber Security Consultant

Cyber Security Consultant

Portsmouth - Hybrid working pattern

Salary - Up to £60,000 + Additional Corporate Benefits Package

The Client: A leading boutique cyber security firm requires a security consultant!

The Role:

As a Cyber Security Consultant, your role will involve assisting clients in tackling various Cyber Security challenges, from clearly defining Cyber Security policies and strategies to recognising their vulnerability to Cyber Security threats/risks and implementing practical and cost-effective measures. You will be responsible for advising and executing the identification, management, and mitigation of risks to a client's information and information technology assets.

Key Skills:

• Comprehending the business and information risk context (typical business motivators, cyber security threats, and implementation obstacles) of our clients
• Evaluating risk at both a technical and business process level and clearly communicating findings both verbally and in writing to key stakeholders
• Assessing the level of cyber security maturity within an organisation and formulating maturity enhancement strategies
• Reviewing the efficiency of controls (in relation to recognised controls frameworks as applicable) and recommending appropriate security improvements
• Investigating and analysing security technologies to facilitate the creation of innovative solutions
• Evaluating risk at the business function or process level leading client interviews or minor investigations to gauge business impact
• Performing site visits and threat evaluations
• Applying standard frameworks or relevant standard methodologies
• Leading the development of risk assessment/reports
• Collaborating with account teams to discover new work opportunities and assist in the creation of high-quality proposals

Requirements:

• You should possess a degree related to cyber security or equivalent training or have 3 years of experience in similar positions with A-levels being a minimum.
• You must have the capability to convey and present security advice, often at a technical level, directly to key customer stakeholders; possess outstanding interpersonal skills as well as strong written and verbal communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience in a commercial sector such as financial services, banking, insurance, the energy industry, or telecoms is preferred.
• Desirable Skills:

• CISM, CISMP, or equivalent certifications are advantageous

• Given the nature of the role, all employees must undergo a DBS and Security Check. To qualify for full SC Clearance, you must have resided in the UK for the past five years. Additionally, you may not spend more than 30 consecutive days outside of the UK.

So, if you feel your skills and experience align with the prerequisites for this role, then please get in touch, and apply directly.