Principal Security Consultant | £65,000 – £80,000 |
This role offers the opportunity to define and lead cyber security assurance strategy across major Defence and Public Sector programmes. You will operate at a senior level, influencing risk decisions, shaping governance, and guiding organisations through complex accreditation and compliance challenges.
Why this role stands out:
Strategic influence — define and own assurance strategy at programme and portfolio level
High-level stakeholder exposure, engaging directly with senior leadership and governance boards
The ability to directly impact organisational security posture across major Defence and Public Sector programmes
Responsibilities:
- Define and lead security assurance strategy across programmes or portfolios
- Act as senior authority on cyber risk and accreditation
- Engage with senior stakeholders and governance boards
- Lead risk acceptance and assurance decision-making
- Oversee application of ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, and CAF
- Ensure consistency of assurance across multiple programmes
- Support strategic growth and client engagement
Skills/Must Have:
- Extensive experience in security assurance leadership
- Proven track record of owning programme or organisational risk decisions
- Experience defining assurance frameworks and governance models
- Deep expertise in ISO/IEC 27001, NIST SP 800-53, and Cyber Assessment Framework
- Strong understanding of Defence assurance and accreditation (JSPs)
- Ability to influence at senior leadership level
- Active SC clearance
Benefits:
- Flexible, remote working
- Private health insurance (including dental & optical)
- Annual bonus scheme
- Learning and training allowance
- Quarterly in-person team days
- Car and Bike2Work schemes
- Mental health & wellbeing support
- Generous pension contributions
- Life cover
Salary:
£65,000 – £80,000
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Principal Security Consultant in Corsham employer: Hamilton Barnes
Hamilton Barnes is an exceptional employer for those passionate about live sports broadcasting, offering a dynamic work environment that thrives on teamwork and innovation. With opportunities for professional growth and development in cutting-edge technology, employees enjoy a supportive culture that values their contributions, all while being part of the excitement surrounding Premier League matchday coverage. The shift-based nature of the role allows for flexibility, and the potential for overtime ensures that hard work is rewarded.
