Cyber Security Consultant

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Cyber Security Consultant, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Client: Ultima
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 6
Posted: 06.06.2025
Expiry Date: 21.07.2025
Job Description: Job Title - Senior Consultant – Cyber Security
Location - Home Based – Expected to visit customer site locations
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / ROLE PURPOSE
For over 30 years, Ultima has offered end-to-end solutions for clients across the globe, including Fulfilment, Managed & Professional Services, as well as innovation via our Ultima Labs division.
We seek passionate, innovative, future-thinking individuals who are driven to make a difference. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package to support your lifestyle and career at Ultima.
This is a customer-facing senior consultant role within our Network team, covering project delivery from presales through design and implementation.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES We are looking for someone experienced in project delivery from inception and presales, through to design and implementation. This hands-on role requires high technical ability across various systems, with experience in a network consultancy role, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
You will actively improve your technical skills through self-study, in-house training, and external courses. You must represent Ultima professionally and demonstrate our core values. Additional responsibilities may be required for specific projects or the wider role of a Senior Technical Consultant.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Deep technical understanding of systems and technologies such as Microsoft Sentinel, Tenable Vulnerability Management, Azure Update Manager, and related certifications (e.g., Microsoft Security Certifications like SC200, Pen Testing certifications).
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Knowledge in Microsoft Intune (focused on Security), Privileged Access Management tools, and Cloud Email Security Solutions. Training in these areas may be provided.
KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR ROLE Demonstrate qualities aligned with company values: Autonomy, Passion, Integrity, Respect, and others listed, including responsibility, planning, analysis, quality focus, decision-making, communication, relationship building, and adaptability.

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