Cyber Security Consultant

Circle Recruitment
Manchester, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate
Compensation
£ 65K

Job location

Remote
Manchester, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Computer Security
Software Engineering

Job description

You will work alongside experienced consultants delivering practical, business-focused security services to clients ranging from fast-growing SMEs to large, complex organisations. Depending on your background and interests, your work may include:

  • Reviewing security maturity against recognised good practice
  • Supporting Cyber Essentials preparation and assessments
  • Developing and testing incident response plans
  • Carrying out tabletop and simulated incident exercises
  • Assessing and improving supply chain security
  • Advising on secure application and software development
  • Contributing to physical security testing activities
  • Delivering security awareness sessions
  • Completing risk assessments and threat modelling
  • Writing and reviewing security policies and governance documentation

Requirements

  • 2+ years experience in information or cyber security
  • Previous consultancy experience with the ability to engage effectively with clients/customers and understand their requirements
  • Ability to simplify complex topics and offer practical, grounded advice
  • An understanding of ISO 27001, GDPR, or broader information-security concepts/frameworks
  • Are comfortable engaging with clients and stakeholders
  • Curious, self-directed, and motivated to work towards further industry certifications
  • Someone who enjoys solving problems, not just following checklists
  • UK-based, with full right to work in the UK without sponsorship

Benefits & conditions

  • £55,000-£65,000 salary, depending on experience
  • 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays + other benefits
  • Remote-first flexibility
  • A people-first culture that values kindness, curiosity, and growth
  • Exposure to a wide range of projects across IR, GRC, and technical security
  • Opportunities to see the long-term impact of your work through ongoing client relationships

If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive consulting environment, then we'd love to hear from you.

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