Cybersecurity Consultant

About the Role:Cybersecurity Consultant
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 PLUS 25 Days Holiday, Vendor Certifications, International Travel, Private Pension

About the Company:Our client, a global leader in Sustainability Consulting, is looking for a Cybersecurity Consultant to join their growing Information Security Team. This role offers an opportunity to shape and strengthen security practices across the organization. If you are passionate about cybersecurity, have a strong technical background, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Position Overview:As a Cybersecurity Consultant, you will collaborate with the IT Security Team to advise, develop, and maintain security processes and policies. Your expertise will guide the organization in enhancing security capabilities across its global infrastructure. This role is vital in ensuring the integrity and resilience of the company’s IT environment against cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support incident management and security response efforts, providing expertise to address and resolve security incidents effectively.
• Perform regular security checks, including monitoring of systems and resolving vulnerabilities.
• Assist with compliance checks, ensuring adherence to security standards and investigating exceptions.
• Contribute to developing and improving security policies, processes, and procedures.
• Identify and evaluate security risks, providing proactive solutions.
• Participate in testing and improving disaster recovery plans to ensure system resilience.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience in information security or IT infrastructure within an enterprise environment.
• Familiarity with security standards such as ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, GDPR, and Data Protection Act.
• Experience with Microsoft O365 Security solutions and network security operations.
• Understanding of security testing principles, including vulnerability scanning and risk mitigation.
• Knowledge of security auditing and incident response processes.
• Experience with event and log analysis.
• Solid understanding of Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity principles.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

How to Apply:If you're an experienced Cybersecurity Consultant eager to make an impact in a global organization, apply now.

Keywords:Information Security Consultant, IT Security Consultant, Cybersecurity Specialist, Microsoft O365 Security, Enterprise Security Jobs, Information Security Leeds, IT Risk Management, Security Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, ISO 27001, GDPR Compliance, Security Awareness, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity

Nice-to-have skills:

• ISO 27001
• Vulnerability Scanning
• Disaster Recovery

Work Experience:

• Cyber Security Specialist
• Security Analyst

Languages:English

Seniority Level:

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type:

• Full-time

Job Function:

• Information Technology

Industries:

• Technology, Information and Internet

This job is active and accepting applications.

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