At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive improvements in technology controls and enhance operational resilience.
- Company: Join Talan, a leading tech consultancy with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive contract with potential extensions and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Collaborate with diverse teams and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by strengthening critical technology controls in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in technology risk, IT controls, or cyber risk is essential.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Talan is supporting a key client in delivering a critical remediation programme focused on strengthening underperforming technology controls. We are seeking an experienced Technology Consultant to drive improvements across control design and operating effectiveness.
Contract with strong chance of extensions
Location - London On-Prem 4 days per week
This role will play a central part in enhancing controls related to:
- Operational Resilience
- Privileged Access Management (PAM)
- Identity & Access Management (IAM)
You will work closely with technology, risk, and audit stakeholders to ensure remediation activities are clearly defined, executed effectively, and evidenced to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Control Assessment & Diagnosis
- Review underperforming controls to identify:
- Root causes
- Design deficiencies
- Operating effectiveness gaps
- Remediation Planning & Execution
- Define structured remediation plans, including:
- Actions
- Ownership
- Milestones
- Evidence requirements
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with:
- Technology and engineering teams
- Risk & compliance functions
- Internal audit and assurance stakeholders
- Governance & Reporting
- Track remediation progress and proactively escalate:
- Risks
- Blockers
- Overdue actions
- Audit & Assurance Readiness
- Support preparation for:
- Control testing
- Internal/external audit
- Regulatory reviews
Proven experience in one or more of the following:
- Technology Risk / IT Controls
- Cyber Risk
- IT Audit
- Operational Resilience
Key Skills & Attributes
- Strong analytical capability in control assessment and remediation design
- Ability to translate complex control issues into practical, actionable solutions
- Excellent stakeholder management across technical and non-technical audiences
- High-quality written communication, including senior-level reporting
- Confident in constructively challenging control owners
- Comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
- Strong attention to detail, particularly in reviewing remediation evidence
Technology Consultant (Resilience, PAM & IAM) employer: Cloudspirit
Talan is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees, offering a flexible working environment and a strong commitment to learning and growth. With a focus on tackling social and environmental challenges, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package, including private healthcare and generous leave policies. The collaborative and inclusive work culture fosters innovation and ensures that every team member's contribution is valued, making Talan a great place to build a rewarding career in the energy sector.
