IT Security Consultant
Core
Oversee and guide all aspects of the UK company's computer security, ensuring data and information systems are protected against unauthorized access, attacks, corruption, and theft, while supporting customers in defining and managing their security posture.
Role type
Senior IT Security Manager
Builds
Comprehensive security strategies, security systems, and accreditation programs (IPSA)
Domain
IT Security / Cybersecurity / UK Government & Defense
Required skills
IT security management, UK security policy and standards, ISO27001, CE+, Secure by Design, JSP 440, JSP 604, IPSA accreditation delivery, network infrastructure security, database security, cloud security, Microsoft 365 Security, compliance policies
Preferred skills
CISSP, CISM, disaster recovery planning, breach simulation, security culture building
Technologies
Microsoft 365, Cloud platforms
Responsibilities
Assess and identify potential security risks, develop and implement security strategies, monitor and analyze security metrics, upgrade or design security systems, conduct security audits and simulate breaches, manage disaster recovery plans, secure IT infrastructure, prepare technical documentation, train and supervise security staff, support customer organizations with security improvements, guide IPSA accreditation, provide support to Personnel and Facilities Security Managers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities