Cyber Security Consultant
Technical Cyber Security Consultant
£45,000 – £60,000 | Hybrid | UK | SC Clearance or eligible
An award winning consultancy operating across cyber security, data and digital infrastructure is looking to appoint a Cyber Security Consultant to support the delivery of secure, high-impact programmes within the UK public sector.
The organisation works on complex, meaningful projects that contribute to national resilience and public service delivery, offering consultants the opportunity to apply their skills in environments where security and reliability are critical.
The Role
You’ll work closely with both internal technical teams and external stakeholders to design, assess and implement security solutions across a variety of programmes. This is a hands-on role that combines technical depth with client interaction, making it well suited to someone who enjoys problem-solving in dynamic environments.
Typical responsibilities may include:
- Designing and documenting secure systems and network architectures
- Performing risk assessments, threat modelling and security reviews
- Analysing technical and operational data to support informed decision-making
- Ensuring security is embedded throughout the system and software development lifecycle
Key Responsibilities
- Engage with stakeholders to understand business objectives and translate them into secure technical designs
- Apply and adapt established security frameworks to suit client requirements
- Develop and implement security strategies, policies and governance structures
- Identify risks within technical designs and recommend proportionate mitigation controls
- Embed secure design principles into new and existing systems
- Produce clear, structured documentation including standards, policies and architecture artefacts
- Conduct threat modelling and risk assessments to inform solution design
- Contribute to the development of secure architectures in response to emerging technologies and evolving threat landscapes
- Support workshops, presentations and proposal activity when required
- Contribute to the continued growth and capability development of the wider consultancy team
Skills & Experience
- 3+ years hands-on experience working in cyber security in either a consulting or delivery-focused role
- Experience supporting or leading technical security workstreams on client projects
- Strong knowledge in at least one of the following domains:
- GRC
- Security Architecture
- Security Operations
- Identity & Access Management
- Security Engineering
- Exposure to cloud environments such as AWS, Azure or GCP, including the application or assessment of security controls
- Familiarity with recognised security standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST or CAF
- An understanding of scripting or programming concepts to support automation, tooling or analysis
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Evidence of continuous professional development, such as relevant certifications or training
Security Clearance
Due to the sensitive nature of the work, candidates must either hold UK Security Clearance (SC) or be eligible and willing to undergo the vetting process.
Working Pattern
This role operates on a hybrid basis, with a blend of remote working and time spent on client sites or in a UK office environment as required (typically 2–3 days per week).