Cyber Security Consultant

Role : Cyber Security Consultant

Location: Hybrid / UK-based (occasional on-site visits)

Type: Permanent

Salary: 55,000-65,000

Are you passionate about helping organisations strengthen their cyber resilience?

Were looking for an experienced Cyber Security Consultant with a strong Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) background to join a leading UK-based cybersecurity consultancy.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone whos worked in a consultancy environment , ideally advising small to medium-sized businesses , and who thrives on guiding clients through frameworks like NIST, ISO27001, CIS , and Cyber Essentials/Plus .

What Youll Do

• Lead risk assessments and gap analyses , delivering actionable insights aligned with leading frameworks (Cyber Essentials, NIST, ISO27001, CIS).
• Provide expert GRC guidance , helping clients build, assess, and mature their cybersecurity posture.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and collaborate on remediation through services such as MDR, DLP, and Penetration Testing.
• Act as a trusted security advisor , managing multiple client engagements and presenting findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Partner with Sales, Leadership, and Technical teams to support pre-sales activity and shape tailored client security strategies.
• Stay ahead of the curve by tracking emerging threats, regulatory changes, and best practices across the cybersecurity landscape.

What Were Looking For

• Proven experience in a cybersecurity consultancy , ideally serving SMEs or mid-market clients .
• Strong understanding of GRC frameworks particularly Cyber Essentials/Plus, NIST, CIS , and ISO27001 .
• Proficiency with common cybersecurity tools and technologies, and a strong knowledge of current cybersecurity threats, trends, and mitigation strategies, ideally around vulnerability management or incident response.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH (preferred).
• Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting to senior stakeholders, including C-level executives.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements, balancing technical insight with commercial awareness.

Youll be part of a forward-thinking consultancy that combines deep technical expertise with a people-first culture. This business has built a reputation for delivering practical, high-quality security solutions that empower clients to operate confidently and securely.

If youre an experienced consultant who enjoys blending technical knowledge, strategic thinking, and client impact , this is your opportunity to make a real difference across diverse industries.

If this is of interest, please apply or share your CV with j.lamport@ltharper.com