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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cyber Security Consultant (Security Operation & Vulnerability Management) - **Company:** Methods - **Location:** London, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Software Vulnerability Management, Microsoft Sentinel, CIS Benchmarks, Qualys - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://apply.workable.com/methods/j/9B95C2417F ## About the Role * Significant experience delivering Vulnerability Management improvements from both: * Process, procedure and policy perspectives. * Operational delivery and implementation. * Experience improving Security Operations (SOC) capabilities, including: * Operating models. * Processes and procedures. * Governance and policy. * Operational effectiveness. * Previous consulting experience across multiple clients or organisations. * Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills, with experience advising and challenging technical teams, operational security functions, senior leadership and executive stakeholders. * Experience leading discovery and assessment engagements, translating findings into strategic roadmaps, business cases and prioritised improvement plans. * Strong planning, facilitation and organisational skills. * Experience working within complex cloud and enterprise IT environments. * Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels, taking ownership of outcomes while providing authoritative advice and direction. * Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills. Desirable Experience: * Experience within UK Government or other highly regulated environments. * Knowledge of Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management, Qualys, Tenable or Rapid7. * Experience with Microsoft Sentinel or similar Security Operations platforms. * Familiarity with security frameworks such as: * NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) * NIST Cybersecurity Framework * CIS Controls * ISO/IEC 27001 This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy. ## Description Working closely with senior stakeholders, technical teams and operational security functions, you'll assess existing capabilities, identify opportunities for improvement and design pragmatic solutions that enhance Vulnerability Management and Security Operations. You'll bring experience gained across multiple organisations, allowing you to recommend best practice while tailoring solutions to each client's operating model and technology landscape. You'll primarily work across modern cloud and enterprise IT environments. * Lead discovery activities to understand current Vulnerability Management and Security Operations capabilities. * Assess existing processes, procedures and policies, identifying opportunities to improve operational effectiveness and cyber resilience. * Review and enhance Vulnerability Management operating models, governance and day-to-day operational processes. * Review and improve Security Operations (SOC) processes, procedures, policies and operational workflows. * Design practical, scalable improvements that align with client objectives and existing technologies. * Lead the design and implementation of strategic improvements, influencing stakeholders and driving the successful adoption of new operating models, processes and controls. * Establish and maintain trusted advisor relationships with technical, operational and executive stakeholders, providing authoritative guidance and influencing decision-making. * Lead workshops, planning sessions and design activities with operational teams and executive stakeholders, shaping strategy and securing alignment on transformation initiatives. * Provide leadership, mentoring and quality assurance across consulting workstreams, taking accountability for the successful delivery of outcomes and the development of junior consultants. * Take ownership of reporting, delivery governance and risk management activities, ensuring stakeholders are informed and business objectives remain aligned to delivery outcomes. * Work across complex hybrid technology environments including cloud platforms, enterprise infrastructure and modern digital services. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [A practical guide to writing secure Dockerfiles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/109-a-practical-guide-to-writing-secure-dockerfiles) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Reporting Active Exploits in 24 Hours: Are You Ready for the CRA?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100248-reporting-active-exploits-in-24-hours-are-you-ready-for-the-cra) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [OPA for the cloud natives](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/713-opa-for-the-cloud-natives) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Understanding and Mitigating Common Web Vulnerabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/565-understanding-and-mitigating-common-web-vulnerabilities) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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