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Information Security Consultant - Business Transformation

TalentHawk
Glasgow
1 week ago
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Transformation Security Consultant


We are seeking aTransformation Consultantwith a strong focus onsecurity assuranceand the ability to effectively bridge the gap between technical cybersecurity challenges and business-critical priorities. This individual will play a pivotal role in translating complex security concepts into actionable insights for business leaders, enabling informed decision-making and proactive risk management.

This role is central to driving organizational transformation, ensuring security assurance is embedded in business strategy and operational processes.


Key Responsibilities

Security Assurance and Risk Management:

  • Conduct in-depth assessments of security risks and vulnerabilities, focusing on high-risk areas
  • Develop and deliver actionable reports on potential threats, their business implications, and mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to evaluate and ensure security assurance measures align with business priorities.

Business Communication and Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Act as a trusted advisor to business sponsors, effectively translating technical cybersecurity risks into relatable business impacts.
  • Present compelling narratives about data breaches, system outages, and their implications for operational continuity and brand reputation.
  • Build relationships with stakeholders across technical and non-technical domains, ensuring alignment and buy-in for security initiatives.

Strategic Transformation:

  • Lead the development and implementation of security assurance programs that align with the organization's broader transformation goals.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement in processes, policies, and systems to enhance security posture.
  • Roll up your sleeves and take a hands-on approach to deliver transformation deliverables, including reports, frameworks, and action plans.


Skills and Experience Required

Essential:

  • Security Assurance Expertise:Deep understanding of security assurance principles, risk management, and vulnerability assessment.
  • Communication Skills:Exceptional ability to communicate technical cybersecurity concepts in business terms to diverse audiences.
  • Business Acumen:Proven capability to understand and articulate the business implications of cyber threats, such as financial impact, operational downtime, and reputational risk.
  • Risk Mitigation:Experience in crafting and executing mitigation strategies for high-risk vulnerabilities.
  • Stakeholder Management:Strong interpersonal skills to build trust with business sponsors, technical teams, and senior leadership.
  • Reporting and Analysis:Proficiency in preparing high-quality reports that inform strategic decision-making.

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