Graduate Cyber Security Consultant

This job is with ARUP, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity

Arup's Cyber Security Advisory team helps clients understand, manage and reduce cyber risk across critical infrastructure, buildings, transport, energy and other digitally connected environments. We work with organisations throughout the asset lifecycle, providing cyber strategy, governance, risk assessments, security architecture, compliance support and cyber resilience advice. Our multidisciplinary consultants collaborate with engineers, technology specialists and client stakeholders to embed security into projects from the outset, ensuring systems are secure, resilient and fit for purpose. By combining cyber expertise with deep engineering and infrastructure knowledge, we help clients deliver safer, more secure and more reliable outcomes.

• Support Cyber Risk Assessments
  Assist in identifying cyber threats, vulnerabilities and risks across client projects and critical infrastructure systems.
• Contribute to Security Reviews and Audits
  Review designs, documentation and operational arrangements against security standards, good practice and regulatory requirements.
• Develop Client Deliverables
  Help prepare reports, presentations and technical documentation that communicate findings and recommendations to clients.
• Work with Multidisciplinary Teams
  Collaborate with engineers, digital specialists and project teams to integrate cyber security into infrastructure and built environment projects.
• Undertake Research and Professional Development
  Research emerging threats, technologies and standards while developing expertise through training, certifications and project experience.

Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

• A bachelor's degree in relevant academic discipline, such as Cybersecurity, Computer Science (inc. Cybersecurity); Digital Engineering; Mechatronics / Robotics Engineering.

Skills and experience required for this role:

• Cyber Security Fundamentals
  Understanding cyber threats, vulnerabilities and security principles.
• Risk & Critical Thinking
  Ability to assess risks, analyse problems and recommend practical solutions.
• Communication & Consulting
  Explaining technical concepts clearly to clients, engineers and non-specialists.
• Infrastructure & OT Awareness
  Interest in how cyber security applies to buildings, transport, energy and other critical infrastructure systems.
• Curiosity & Continuous Learning
  Demonstrating initiative in developing new skills and staying current with cyber trends.
• Analytical Thinking
  Able to evaluate complex problems, identify key risks and develop practical, evidence-based solutions.
• Strong Communication Skills
  Communicates clearly and confidently, tailoring technical concepts to a range of audiences.
• Collaborative Mindset
  Works effectively within multidisciplinary teams, building positive relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Initiative & Adaptability
  Takes ownership of tasks, embraces new challenges and responds positively to changing project requirements.

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:

• Full working rights in the country of application.
• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role.
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes:

• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
• Innovative minds: We're looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You're ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

Eligibility

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work permanently in the UK without our sponsorship.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates. We also provide for our permanent members Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you'll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Next Steps

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible. The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact UKEarlyCareersRecruitment@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

As a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer in the UK, we will strive for one third of all our interview places to be allocated to candidates who have disclosed they are disability confident and best meet the requirements of the role.