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# Cyber Security Consultant

- **Company:** Atrium Associates Ltd
- **Location:** UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Software System Penetration Testing, Cyber Security, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Hyper-V, Open Web Application Security, Phishing, TCP/IP, VMware Virtualization, Software Vulnerability Management, Information Technology, Nessus, Qualys, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** September 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2952617203-2

## About the Role

This role will suit a motivated cyber security professional who enjoys a combination of technical delivery, customer engagement, and providing practical security recommendations., To be successful in this role, you will have a strong technical background within IT and cyber security, combined with excellent communication and customer-facing skills.

Essential Skills & Experience

 * Minimum of 3 years' experience within IT or Cyber Security.
 * Experience delivering either:
 * Infrastructure Penetration Testing, or
 * Cyber Essentials Plus Assessments.
 * Industry-recognised certifications such as:
 * CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT)
 * Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
 * Cyber Scheme CTSM
 * VA+
 * Or equivalent certification
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills.
 * Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
 * Knowledge of:
 * Windows and Linux Operating Systems
 * Active Directory
 * TCP/IP, DNS, switching and firewall technologies
 * Hyper-V and VMware virtualisation platforms
 * OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
 * Experience using vulnerability management tools such as Nessus, Qualys, or similar.
 * Excellent organisational and workload management skills.
 * GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
 * Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Skills & Experience

 * Certified Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus Assessor.
 * Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
 * Experience conducting phishing simulations and social engineering assessments.

## Description

As a Cyber Security Consultant, you will be responsible for delivering a range of cyber security services while working closely with customers to understand their security requirements and objectives., Defining the scope and objectives of cyber security assessments with customers.

Delivering:

 * Infrastructure Penetration Testing
 * Web Application Penetration Testing
 * Vulnerability Assessments
 * Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus Assessments
 * Producing high-quality reports and communicating findings clearly, including practical remediation recommendations.
 * Supporting pre-sales and post-sales activities where required.
 * Working alongside vendors regarding technical improvements, updates, and product enhancements.
 * Maintaining operational documentation and quality standards.
 * Sharing technical knowledge and contributing to the development of colleagues within the wider team.
 * Keeping up to date with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, technologies, and industry best practices.
 * Ensuring compliance with information security policies and procedures.


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