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Cyber Security Consultant

Predatech
Manchester
6 months ago
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Predatech is a CREST-accredited cyber security company focused on delivering high-quality technical security services. We’re based in Manchester and are a cyber security partner to over 250 organisations across the UK, including some of the largest companies in the world.

 

We’re growing fast and are searching for more great people to join us. If you’re looking to join a friendly team that cares about delivering high-quality cyber security services, then we want to hear from you.



The Role 

 

We are looking for a motivated self-starter with IT experience to join our team as a Cyber Security Consultant. This is an excellent opportunity for an IT professional seeking to take their first step to into building a career in cyber security or a current cyber security professional looking to develop their skillset.


The successful candidate will be part of a small and ambitious team, which provides a great platform to grow and develop. Full training and mentorship will be provided and the successful candidate will be supported to gain a range of cyber security certifications.

 

As a Cyber Security Consultant you will help organisations to improve their security posture and support them to achieve Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certification. Key responsibilities include:

 

  • Delivering Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus assessments for new and existing clients
  • Conducting vulnerability assessments, workstation/server security build reviews and MS 365 security reviews.
  • Maintaining a proactive approach to service delivery and effectively managing a busy workload
  • Providing clear communication to clients throughout the end-to-end service delivery process
  • Assisting with penetration testing activities such as open-source intelligence gathering



Who We're Looking For:

 

The following skills and experience are essential for the role:

 

  • 3 years or more of general IT or cyber security experience 
  • Real passion for cyber security and the enthusiasm to learn more
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Good understanding of networking, including how the OSI model works
  • Proficiency with modern Microsoft Windows operating systems

 

In addition, the following would be desirable:

 

  • Experience conducting vulnerability scanning or using Nessus/Qualys
  • Experience delivering Cyber Essentials/Cyber Essentials Plus assessments
  • Experience with ISO 27001 or IASME Cyber Assurance
  • Certifications such as OSCP, CEH, Comptia Security+/Network+, CREST, CISM
  • Linux and Windows command line experience

 


What We Can Offer:

 

  • Up to £40,000 salary (DOE)
  • Performance bonus
  • Company pension
  • Annual all expenses trip to DEFCON in Las Vegas
  • Regular team meals and activities (for example, go karting, crazy golf and Go Ape)
  • Budget and support to achieve cyber security certifications
  • Access to paid courses and resources
  • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  • Free office snacks


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