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Principal Cyber Security Consultant - Critical Infrastructure

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Job Description

A fast-growing cyber security consultancy is dedicated to helping organisations remain secure, resilient, and compliant in an increasingly digital world. With a leadership team that sees security and data protection as enablers of progress, the company is built on collaboration, integrity, and a strong focus on delivering meaningful outcomes for clients.

The Opportunity

The organisation is seeking aPrincipal Consultantto lead its work across theCritical Infrastructure (CNI)space. This is a senior role focused on delivering high-impact cyber security engagements while driving growth within the public sector domain.

Applicants must be eligible for SC-level security clearance due to the nature of the work.

Key Responsibilities

This position suits an experienced consultant with a strong track record in the CNI or public sector space. The Principal Consultant will play a pivotal role in shaping client programmes, leading delivery teams, and influencing the strategic direction of the consulting function.

Key duties include:

  • Building and maintaining relationships with senior stakeholders (CISOs, CIOs, CTOs) across public sector and CNI organisations
  • Leading the successful delivery of complex cyber security projects
  • Developing and mentoring high-performing consulting teams
  • Enhancing internal methodologies and delivery frameworks
  • Supporting business development through proposal creation and opportunity identification
  • Providing insight on emerging threats, regulatory trends, and industry best practices
  • Driving thought leadership and contributing to the organisation’s external profile

Candidate Profile

  • Demonstrable experience within a Consultancy environment leading major cyber or transformation programmes within regulated CNI sectors (e.g. utilities, energy, transport)
  • Strong understanding of OT environments and their unique security challenges, including legacy systems and frameworks like CAF, IEC 62443, or NIST 800-82
  • Familiarity with sector-specific compliance and regulatory reporting requirements.
  • Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Ability to link cyber strategy to broader organisational objectives and risk frameworks
  • Comfortable operating across both technical detail and strategic planning

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary with a 10% annual bonus
  • 25 days holiday (rising with length of service)
  • Flexible, hybrid working arrangements
  • Private medical and life insurance
  • Enhanced parental leave policies


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