Cyber Security Consultant
13 hours ago
Plymouth
Overview Leading the edge of transformation. Join our organisation, where we have a huge variety of projects on-the-go at any one time. So when you start this role with us, it could take your career wherever your interests lie. You'll find everyone here is willing to pitch in and help because we all want you to succeed, and we're ready to help you grow. When it comes to living your life, we want you to get the most out of it. So talk to us about all our flexible and remote working policies that can support your personal priorities. Also, ask us about some of our recent pledges for Women's'Equality, as well as being a 'Disability Confident' and 'Inclusive Employer.' As a Cyber Security Consultant, you'll play a pivotal role in protecting Aerospace, Defence and CNI/OT clients from evolving cyber threats. You'll work on projects that shape national security, working alongside industry experts in a supportive, innovative environment. We offer clear pathways for career advancement, and professional development, and this role will suit a recently qualified professional who is looking to take their career to the next level and provide real world benefit to clients. In return, we offer a challenging and rewarding role, career development, an empowered and supportive working environment with a competitive reward package. We invest in your professional growth through certifications, training and leadership pathways. You will work on 'business as usual', technical refresh, and new project environments, applying technical knowledge and innovative thinking. You will help clients establish robust security governance, perform risk assessments, and deploy effective security controls and solutions aligned with business risk appetite. The successful candidate will be a knowledgeable, enthusiastic and conscientious individual who has the relevant Information Assurance and Security qualifications, and experience in working in either Defence or CNI/OT. If you have strong cyber security fundamentals and are keen to develop expertise in Defence or CNI/OT, we'll support you with training and certifications. You will work on a range of client facing projects, large and small, but will also be expected to contribute to winning new business and managing delivery. Projects are likely to involve working on client sites, (although hybrid working allows us to be flexible), and may involve travel across the UK and, occasionally overseas. Your role Client Delivery- • Provide cyber security advice and guidance for clients in various environments., • Lead and deliver risk assessments, security governance, and deployment of effective security controls tailored to client needs., • Develop, review and maintain security related artefacts, policies and procedures to ensure compliance and best practice., • Manage multiple projects concurrently, balancing business and client priorities., • Apply technical security knowledge creatively to solve cyber security challenges., • Assist in fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the security team., • Assist with the identification of new business opportunities, contributing to proposals and client engagement., • Experience of delivering technical cyber security consultancy in multi-disciplined environments, with proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively., • Background in information assurance, including developing Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), conducting risk assessments, and deploying appropriate security controls., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Strong organisational skills, with experience managing multiple projects and tasks concurrently., • Ability to deliver security outcomes to tight deadlines while maintaining quality and managing stakeholder expectations. Willingness and flexibility to travel throughout the UK (and occasionally overseas) as required., • Relevant professional certifications (e.g., ISO27000, CISMP, CISM, CISSP) are highly desirable. Solid understanding of 'Secure by Design' methodology. Commitment to ongoing professional development and willingness to learn new frameworks and technologies., • Experience in the UK Defence sector, including knowledge of MoD security policies and processes (e.g., HMG Information Assurance Policies, Security Policy Framework, JSP440, JSP604/JSP453)., • Experience conducting and managing security assurance and accreditation activities for Defence capabilities or experience delivering cyber security consultancy in OT environments (e.g., energy, utilities, transportation)., • Experience in segmenting and securing industrial OT/ICS networks. Any Control & Instrumentation background would be an added advantage. Familiarity with OT cyber security standards or regulatory frameworks (e.g., IEC 62443, NIST CSF, NIS Regulations, HSE OG-0086)., • Relevant OT cyber security qualifications (e.g., GICSP, IEC/ISA 62443). Membership of recognised security professional bodies (e.g., IISP, IS2, BCS, CIISEC).