A leading UK-based Managed IT Services provider is looking to appoint a Cyber Security Consultant to join its expanding cyber practice. This is a key hire within a growing, high-performing team, offering the opportunity to take on a true advisory role with clients across a variety of sectors.
This position is ideal for an experienced cyber security advisor/consultant who thrives in a client-facing environment and enjoys shaping security strategies at both operational and leadership levels.
You will act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), delivering high-quality advisory services, leading engagements, and helping clients make informed, risk-based security decisions aligned to industry frameworks and best practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver end-to-end cyber security advisory services to clients
- Conduct risk assessments, gap analyses, and security maturity reviews
- Provide actionable recommendations aligned to frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST, CIS, and Cyber Essentials
- Perform vulnerability assessments and identify security risks across complex environments
- Support implementation of security solutions (MDR, penetration testing, DLP, etc.)
- Act as a trusted advisor and SME, influencing client security strategy and investment decisions
- Present findings and recommendations to both technical teams and senior/C-level stakeholders
- Manage multiple client engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery
- Support pre-sales, tenders, and client workshops
- Contribute to thought leadership, threat insights, and service development
About You
- Strong background in a cyber security advisory or consultancy role (essential)
- Experience operating as a Subject Matter Expert within cyber security
- Ideally trained in a large consultancy or enterprise environment (e.g. Big 4 or similar)
- Deep understanding of GRC frameworks (ISO27001, NIST, CIS, Cyber Essentials)
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH
- Proven experience working with multiple clients and stakeholders simultaneously
- Ability to translate complex technical risks into clear business-focused recommendations
- Experience engaging and influencing senior leadership teams
- Broad technical understanding across infrastructure, cloud, and SaaS
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact advisory role within a business that is actively investing in its cyber capabilities. You’ll play a key role in shaping client security strategies while being part of a collaborative and growing team environment.