Electus Recruitment Solutions
Cyber Security Consultant
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Cyber Security Consultant – Various Levels
Location(s): Bristol or London (Hybrid Working) Salary: £50,000–£70,000, depending on experience
An established engineering and technology consultancy is searching for multiple Cyber Security Consultants to support complex and high-profile programmes within defence, critical national infrastructure (CNI), and operational technology (OT) environments.
The organisation fosters professional growth, providing a supportive work environment with opportunities to expand technical expertise, earn certifications, and progress into leadership roles.
About the Role
This position presents the opportunity to:
- Deliver cyber security consultancy services, risk assessments, and security assurance activities across Defence, CNI, and OT environments
- Develop security governance documentation, policies, and controls aligned with client and regulatory standards such as ISO27001 and IEC 62443
- Advise stakeholders on technical cyber security challenges and secure-by-design approaches
- At the senior/principal level, contribute to project delivery, business development, and mentorship of junior team members
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Key Responsibilities
- Provide cyber security consultancy and assurance activities
- Author governance and policy frameworks in compliance with industry and regulatory standards
- Address security challenges, ensuring robust risk mitigation strategies
- Offer technical guidance and support stakeholders in implementing secure design principles
- (Senior level) Drive leadership in program delivery, commercial strategy, and team development
Requirements
- Experience in Defence, aerospace, or national infrastructure cyber security, particularly in operational technology environments
- Background in security assurance, accreditation, and risk management
- Relevant certifications such as:
- CISSP, CISM, CISMP, CCSP, ISO27001, or GICSP
- (Preferred) OT-specific certifications (e.g., IEC/ISA 62443) or membership in bodies like IISP, IS2, BCS, CIISEC
- Familiarity with OT/ICS cyber security standards/frameworks:
- IEC 62443, NIST CSF, NIS Regulations, HSE OG-0086
- Experience in network segmentation and OT cyber security techniques
- Strong communication skills—ability to present complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences
- (Essential for role start) Security clearance (SC or above)
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Note on Clearance
Due to role-specific requirements, vacancies are open only to British citizens who currently hold or can attaint Security Clearance.
Environment & Opportunities
Successfully addressing critical cyber security needs that bolster national capability and resilience.
Electus Recruitment Solutions specialises in engineering and technical recruitment for advanced industries. Thank you for your interest. Where an initial response isn’t offered within 7 working days, assume your application has not progressed at present. Future applications are welcome.
This is a permanent role position.
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