Junior Cyber Security Associate

Location Home based (This role will require regular UK travel and at times need you to stay away from home) Travel 12 times per month

Since our establishment in 1990 Methods has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK.

Our mission is to improve and safeguard public-facing services. We apply digital thinking to ensure the future of our public services is centred around our citizens.

Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies system integrators and software houses - we have a customer-centric value system whereby we focus on delivering what is right for our clients.

We passionately support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them.

Methods are experts in delivering secure resilient cyber and information services keeping systems and data safe.

We help reduce risk and vulnerabilities from cyber-attacks by developing a security road-map tailored to your unique needs.

We help organisations improve processes such as threat management by building an identity management programme and establishing prevention detection and response capabilities to cyber-attacks.

Were looking for an Associate Cyber Security Consultant with a strong interest in GRC and Assurance an ideal entry point for those early in their cyber careers particularly with a Cyber Security degree or Masters and some initial industry exposure.

This role gives you broad visibility across cyber disciplines with structured support to help you find your specialism over time.

Youll support cyber consultants across assurance governance and risk activities gaining hands-on exposure to how security operates in real regulated environments.

• Supporting governance risk and compliance (GRC) activities across client engagements
• Assisting with security assessments of systems services and suppliers against policies standards and regulatory requirements
• Contributing to risk assessments risk registers and treatment plans helping organisations understand and manage cyber risk
• Supporting assurance accreditation and certification activities including evidence gathering and audit support
• Researching threats vulnerabilities and industry trends translating technical findings into clear risk and business impacts
• Identifying common risk indicators and control gaps and supporting pragmatic mitigation approaches
• Maintaining accurate auditable records to support governance and decision-making
• Acting as a point of coordination for client queries escalating issues appropriately within the cyber team
• Supporting the planning documentation and continuous improvement of cyber services and delivery processes

Youll work closely with consultants across GRC architecture operations and delivery giving you a wide cyber foundation early in your career.

Who this role is for:

This role suits someone at the start of their cyber career who wants a broad grounding before specialising.

Youll likely have:

• A Cyber Security degree or Masters (or a related technical discipline)
• Some hands-on exposure to IT security risk or compliance through work placements internships or early roles
• Interest in GRC assurance and risk management as a foundation into cyber
• An understanding of networking systems and core security concepts
• Curiosity around frameworks standards and regulations (e.g. ISO NIST public-sector assurance models)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills able to explain technical issues clearly
• A structured organised mindset with good attention to detail

Equally important:

• Eligibility and willingness to obtain SC clearance
• Confidence working with stakeholders and delivery teams
• A collaborative learning-focused approach
• A genuine interest in how cyber supports better public services
  
  
  This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website . If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria then your employment may be delayed or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview

Travel & working pattern

• UK-based role
• UK-wide travel 12 times per month for client delivery workshops or assurance activities
• Flexible working outside of client commitments

Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy.

By joining us you can expect

• Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
• Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
• Strong inspiring and thought-provoking leadership
• A supportive and collaborative environment

Development access to LinkedIn Learning a management development programme and training

Wellness 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme

Flexible Working including home working and part time

Social office parties breakfast Tuesdays monthly pizza Thursdays Thirsty Thursdays and commitment to charitable causes

Time Off 25 days of annual leave a year plus bank holidays with the option to buy 5 extra days each year

Volunteering 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation

Pension Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution

Life Assurance of 4 times base salary

Private Medical Insurance which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)

Worldwide Travel Insurance which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Travel season ticket loan cycle to work scheme

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