Cyber Security Consultant in Manchester

A cyber security consultant is a professional with experience and knowledge in the field of cyber security. Typically showing some relevant industry experience, they possess a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a keen understanding of cyber security risks and mitigation tactics. Consultants are often team members in security projects, and are adept at taking on responsibilities that require both technical know-how and the ability to handle client small projects or parts of larger projects. Collaborating with team and sharing knowledge across team to share lessons learned.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver client engagements as part of a team;
• Participate in risk assessments and security audits, providing remedies and preventive measures (e.g. in line with security frameworks and compliance requirements);
• Develop and execute security training for clients;
• Develop and execute awareness projects for clients;
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security practices into the business processes;
• Create reports and/or presentations for clients across various levels of an organisation;
• Draft security policies, guidelines, and control frameworks in alignment with regulatory requirements.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Technical Skills

• Knowledge and use of some relevant tools, methods and techniques;
• Proficient in at least one security area such as network security, application security, endpoint security, and cloud security;
• Basic understanding of security protocols, authentication, authorization, and security vulnerabilities;
• Basic capability in executing security assessments, penetration testing and vulnerability analyses;
• Didactical skills to develop and provide trainings and crisis exercises;
• Basic familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, NIS2, DORA) and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA);
• Ability to script or program in languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash for purposes like automation and tool development.

Personal Skills

• Dutch language verbal and writing;
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities;
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal, both internal and external facing) across various levels of an organization;
• Collaboration and teamwork within multi-disciplinary teams;
• Project management skills for small client projects;
• Time management and the ability to work in multiple projects simultaneously;
• Reporting & Presentation skills for external presentations to clients after a project.

Certifications

Examples such as: CISM, CISSP.

Benefits

• Flexible Working: Balance your work and personal life with our flexible working options;
• Generous Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave;
• Medicash & Critical Illness Scheme;
• Financial & Investment Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our Pension, Life Assurance, and Share Save Scheme;
• Community & Volunteering Programmes: Make a difference in your community with our volunteering opportunities;
• Green Car Scheme: Drive green and save money with our eco-friendly car scheme;
• Cycle Scheme: Stay fit and healthy with our cycle-to-work scheme;
• Special Time Off: Take time off for those big moments in life, like getting married/entering into a civil partnership, becoming a grandparent, and welcoming home a new pet;
• Family Planning: Benefit from our generous maternity and paternity leave, as well as time off and support for those undergoing fertility treatments.