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IT Information Security Consultant

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Information Security Consultant – Based Leeds, LS18 - (On-Site)
 
We’re partnering with a global professional services organisation to find a skilled Information Security Consultant for their growing IT Security team based in Leeds.
With over 20,000 employees in more than 100 locations worldwide, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected organisation known for its people-first culture, commitment to innovation, and high-quality service delivery.
 
The Role
 
As an Information Security Consultant, you’ll play a key role in enhancing the organisation’s cyber resilience. You'll provide expert support across Microsoft 365 and Azure environments, ensuring effective security controls, proactive risk management and compliance with global standards.
 
This position is ideal for someone with a deep technical understanding of Microsoft 365 Security and the Azure Security stack, including tools such as Microsoft Defender, Azure AD, Microsoft Sentinel, and Purview.
 
Key Responsibilities:

 Assist with security incident management and response activities
General day-to-day support on managing and responding to security alerts from systems and end users
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly security checks, reconciliation and compliance checks and investigate exceptions
Completing client security requirement questionnaires and support the bidding process
Identify and raise awareness of security risks
Develop and enhance security policies, processes, procedures, and technical controls to strengthen the company’s security capabilities and resilience to cyber threats
Take a proactive role in identifying security risks, mitigations, and opportunities to strengthen the company’s resilience to cyber-attacks and security incidents
Participate in the design and implementation of systems and applications
Develop user and technical training guides
Maintain and manage the IT Risk register
Test DR plans and capabilities to ensure they work as designed, identifying gaps and lessons learnt and work with the business to drive continual development and enhancement. What We're Looking For

Proven experience in a hands-on Information Security Consultant or similar role.
Strong technical knowledge of Microsoft 365 Security Suite (including Defender for Office 365, Purview, Secure Score, DLP and compliance tools) and Azure Security Stack (including Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Azure AD etc). 
Solid understanding of security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, NIST, GDPR etc).
Experience with vulnerability scanning, risk assessment, and remediation planning.
Strong communication skills with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical teams.
A proactive approach to identifying and addressing security risks. What's on Offer

Competitive salary c£50,000 – £60,000 (DOE)
Full-time, on-site role based in Leeds (LS18)
Opportunity to join a global organisation with excellent career development potential Apply now or contact Sally or Sam at Headway Recruitment for more details

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