Info Sec & Cyber Security Consultant

Milton Keynes
4 weeks ago
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Info Sec and Cyber Security Consultant

Up to £800pd DOE (Inside IR35)

Milton Keynes - Hybrid 3 days in office

9 month initial contract

Ideally SC/DV Cleared (Need to be eligible if not)

My central Government client is looking for an experienced Information Security & Cyber Consultant to aid the business in making informed decisions about the Cyber and Information Security org structure and function, strategy.

You will act as a subject matter expert to review the current setup with a view to providing advice, guidance and a draft strategy for information security and cyber functions (including the SOC).

This is a fantastic role for any Information Security & Cyber Security Consultant with experience of working in an enterprise/Gov. environment to join on a potential long term contract basis.

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Taking into account the status and work of the organisation, you will review the current organisation structure and function of the teams in relation to information security and cyber, create an options paper with clear recommendations using best practice to aid recruitment activity.

  • Make recommendations and draft collateral for inclusion in cyber and information security strategy from (Apply online only)

  • Creation of an information security and cyber work programme, taking into account the various initiatives, projects and recommendations from internal and external audits.

    Experience Required:

  • Extensive experience in working in a cyber and information security environment, ideally within the Public Sector

  • Experience of undertaking activities regarding creation of cyber and information security strategies, programmes and organisational structure reviews

  • Working knowledge of the UK Government profession frameworks relating to Security and DDaT which apply to information security and cyber

  • Understanding of ISO 27001

    Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

    The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

    We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates

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