Shape cyber security across nationally important public sector and defence programmes. As a Cyber Security Consultant – Public Sector & Defence, you will help secure complex ICT systems, influence risk decisions and support technology projects with real public impact.
The Company
You will join a leading UK consultancy working with high-profile public sector and defence organisations. Based in London with hybrid working, the business supports clients on secure technology delivery, information assurance, enterprise ICT and nationally critical transformation programmes. The culture is built around consulting ownership, structured progression and practical support, including mentoring, regular reviews and investment in relevant professional development.
The Role
As a Cyber Security Consultant – Public Sector & Defence, you will advise clients on cyber security, information assurance, risk management and secure technology delivery. You will work across complex ICT projects, helping organisations protect systems, manage information risk and embed security throughout the project lifecycle.
You will contribute to security strategies, assurance documentation, security architecture and risk treatment options. This is a client-facing consulting role where you will work with technical teams, risk owners and business stakeholders to explain security issues clearly and influence confident decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise clients on cyber security and information assurance.
- Assess information risks across systems, projects and programmes.
- Support secure delivery of ICT and Agile programmes.
- Develop and review security architecture and controls.
- Produce assurance documentation aligned to risk frameworks.
- Define security testing scope and remediation actions.
Requirements
Must-Have
- Experience with complex ICT systems or technical consulting.
- Strong understanding of enterprise technology and cyber security.
- Ability to communicate risk clearly to technical and business stakeholders.
- Client-facing experience managing expectations and requirements.
- Eligibility for UK Security Clearance.
Nice-to-Have
- Public sector or defence experience.
- Knowledge of GRC, information assurance or risk frameworks.
- Security architecture or enterprise architecture exposure.
- Technical risk assessment experience.
- STEM or cyber security related degree.
Benefits and Perks
You will join a consultancy that invests in progression, career direction and long-term professional growth.
- £40,000–£50,000 salary.
- Hybrid London working.
- Discretionary bonus paid twice yearly.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Dedicated career mentor.
- Six-monthly performance and pay reviews at consultant grades.
- Online, classroom and in-house training.
- Investment in development aligned to your career goals.
Apply Now
Apply now to build your cyber security consulting career while supporting public sector and defence programmes where secure technology delivery truly matters.
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