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# Cyber Security Consultant - Security Testing & Assurance

- **Company:** Jacobs
- **Location:** Manchester, United Kingdom
- **Salary:** £51,622
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software System Penetration Testing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Mobile Application Software, Mobile Security, Cloud Platform System, Software Security
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5960711670

## About the Role

We welcome applications from candidates with varied backgrounds and experiences. If you don't meet every requirement listed but believe you can bring value to the role, we encourage you to apply. * CREST CRT, CTM/CSTM, CTL/CSTL, OSCP or equivalent industry-recognised security testing certification

 * Experience delivering penetration testing, security assurance or ethical hacking engagements across enterprise environments
 * Expertise in one or more specialist areas such as cloud security, mobile application testing, operational technology, telecommunications, defence, maritime or other regulated environments
 * Strong understanding of security testing methodologies, vulnerability assessment techniques and attack frameworks
 * Experience producing high-quality technical reports and communicating security risks to a broad range of audiences
 * A passion for continuous learning and developing technical expertise
 * Interest in supporting team growth through mentoring, training, capability development or tooling improvements
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate complex technical challenges
 * Excellent stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills
 * A client-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering outstanding outcomes

## Description

Cyber Security Consultant - Security Testing & Assurance Join Jacobs' Cyber & Digital team and help organisations strengthen their security posture by identifying vulnerabilities before adversaries can exploit them. You'll work across a diverse range of sectors, supporting clients with complex cyber security challenges through security testing, assurance and technical security assessment services.

This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced cyber security specialists, engineers, architects and consultants, helping clients improve resilience across modern technology environments, cloud platforms, operational technology and critical infrastructure. You'll contribute to meaningful projects that protect essential services, critical assets and business operations while continuing to deepen your own technical expertise.

Whether your experience has been gained through penetration testing, ethical hacking, security assurance, red teaming or broader cyber security disciplines, you'll be part of a collaborative community that values innovation, continuous learning and technical excellence. We are recruiting across multiple grades, offering opportunities for professionals at different stages of their cyber security careers.

Day to Day

 * Deliver high-quality security testing and assurance engagements across a range of client environments and technology platforms
 * Conduct penetration testing activities against applications, infrastructure, cloud environments, networks and operational technology systems
 * Work within agile delivery teams, collaborating with stakeholders to solve complex security challenges and improve cyber resilience
 * Assess security risks, identify vulnerabilities and provide pragmatic recommendations to strengthen security controls
 * Produce high-quality technical and executive-level reports that clearly communicate findings and remediation priorities
 * Present testing results and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
 * Participate in collaborative workshops and whiteboarding sessions to solve challenges and develop innovative security solutions
 * Contribute to the development of internal tooling, methodologies, automation and testing capabilities
 * Support and mentor colleagues through knowledge sharing, coaching and technical collaboration
 * Contribute to cyber security training, awareness initiatives and capability development programmes
 * Work closely with architects, engineers, developers and consultants to embed security throughout the solution lifecycle
 * Deliver exceptional client outcomes while maintaining high technical and professional standards

What's In It For You

 * Work on a broad range of cyber security projects across government, defence, critical infrastructure and commercial sectors
 * Develop expertise across specialist areas such as cloud security, application security, operational technology, mobile security and emerging technologies
 * Collaborate with highly skilled cyber security professionals across Jacobs' global network
 * Gain exposure to complex and challenging client environments where no two engagements are the same
 * Access structured learning, professional certifications and ongoing career development opportunities
 * Contribute to technical communities, knowledge-sharing initiatives and cyber security thought leadership activities
 * Build your career through both technical specialist and leadership development pathways
 * Help organisations improve security, resilience and trust in an increasingly connected world