Principal Security Consultant

Birmingham
2 months ago
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ROLE OVERVIEW

We are currently looking for a Principal Security Consultant (CHECK Team Leader - Infrastructure) to join a leading cybersecurity company based in the UK (remote based opportunity with a willingness to visit client sites.) As the Principal Security Consultant, you will be responsible for delivering a wide range of security assessments and leading engagements under the NCSC's CHECK scheme.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Your duties as the Principal Security Consultant will be varied; however, the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:

  1. Managing the entire lifecycle of security engagements, from kick-off calls through testing, reporting, and debriefing.

  2. Producing high-quality, thorough reports that demonstrate continuous improvement.

  3. Developing and maintaining professional, consultative client relationships and supporting scoping efforts where required.

  4. Leading medium to large projects and taking responsibility for one or more strategic clients.

    ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

    To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the Principal Security Consultant, we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:

  5. Relevant degree in a related field.

  6. Proven industry experience in penetration testing across applications, infrastructure, cloud platforms, mobile environments, and social engineering.

  7. CREST Certified Tester (CCT) or Cyber Scheme Team Leader (CSTL), and current UK security clearance (SC).

    Key Words: Principal Security Consultant / CHECK Team Leader / Infrastructure / cybersecurity / penetration testing / NCSC / Birmingham / CREST Certified Tester / Cyber Scheme Team Leader / UK security clearance / cloud platforms / mobile environments

    Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the Life Science sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career

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