Senior Cyber Security Consultant

About the Client

The client is a well-respected technology and consulting firm specializing in delivering essential cyber security capabilities to government and national security sectors. They manage a growing range of intricate programs, requiring a seasoned Senior Cyber Security Consultant to offer strategic guidance, assurance, and technical oversight across multiple projects.

Role Overview

In the role of Senior Cyber Security Consultant, you will collaborate closely with various stakeholders, delivery teams, architects, and senior leadership to identify cyber security risks, deliver pragmatic security advice, and ensure integration of security measures throughout project lifecycles.

Your contributions will encompass security assessments, governance oversight, risk management, compliance initiatives, and the crafting of secure solutions across enterprise settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver expert cyber security consulting on diverse projects and programs.
• Conduct security risk evaluations and threat modeling activities.
• Participate in security architecture assessments and solution assurance processes.
• Create and update security policies, documentation, standards, and procedures.
• Offer advice aligned with government and industry cyber security frameworks.
• Communicate security risks and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support accreditation, certification, and compliance processes.
• Identify security gaps and develop remediation strategies.
• Contribute to cyber security governance and reporting activities.
• Mentor and guide junior cyber security staff as needed.

Required Experience and Skills

• Proven background as a Cyber Security Consultant, Advisor, or Specialist.
• Strong knowledge of security governance, risk management, and compliance.
• Experience performing security assessments and risk analyses.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as ISM, PSPF, NIST, ISO 27001, and the Essential Eight.
• Experience with enterprise technology and cloud platforms.
• Effective communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently in complex project settings.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with Federal Government or Defence sectors.
• Exposure to security architecture or security engineering practices.
• Familiarity with accreditation and authorisation procedures.
• Knowledge of cloud security in Azure, AWS, or Microsoft 365 environments.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, SABSA, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Work on nationally impactful security projects.
• Engage with complex cyber security challenges and emerging threats.
• Collaborate with a skilled team of security experts.
• Potential for long-term contract extensions.
• Flexible working options available.
• Support for professional development and certification pursuits.
• Opportunity to influence security strategies at multiple organizational levels.