Cyber Security Consultant

It’s a hands-on assurance role combining technically advanced security assessments, ethical hacking and penetration testing with risk management, remediation planning and senior stakeholder engagement. You will advise complex projects on security requirements, translate technical findings into clear recommendations and support the implementation of proportionate security solutions., * Lead engagements with project teams, senior management and stakeholders, providing security briefings, technical guidance and input into system requirements.

• Plan and lead technically advanced security assessments, testing and reporting within agreed governance and timescales.
• Perform ethical hacking and penetration testing against internal systems using tools such as Kali Linux, Nessus and Metasploit.
• Chair technical security meetings and produce reports and briefings for senior stakeholders.
• Identify changes in threat and risk conditions, escalate emerging risks and support the implementation of mitigating actions.

• Substantial experience in cyber security assurance, information assurance, technical security consulting or a closely related role
• Broad technical knowledge across applications, servers, storage, networking and virtualisation.
• Hands-on ethical hacking and penetration-testing experience, including use of relevant specialist tools.
• Strong understanding of vulnerability management, remediation planning, cyber risk and security controls.
• Strong technical leadership, stakeholder management, communication and meeting-chairing skills.
• Public sector experience is highly advantageous
• Candidate must pass vetting to NPPV3 level

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a hands-on role within a long-term programme of work that will deliver meaningful improvements for communities across Scotland. Offering multi-year scope, high-impact project delivery and a largely remote working pattern, it’s a great opportunity for someone looking to combine flexibility with genuinely purposeful work.

Candidates must be based in Scotland. The role is expected to be around 90% working from home, with occasional travel to a local office or other Scottish sites as required