System Security Consultant

Job Description

System Security Consultant

Location: Farnborough (4 days on-site)
Type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary: Up to 65000
Security Clearance : It is an essential requirement for candidates to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC Level) prior to appointment.

As a System Security Consultant you will play a key role in ensuring that systems and information are secure compliant and fit for purpose. This is an operational role focused on maintaining and improving the ongoing security posture of internal infrastructure.

Youll work closely with IT and engineering teams while supporting the implementation of security policies and ensuring continuous assurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cyber risk across internal systems
• Ensure the security of internal infrastructure and services
• Develop and maintain security policies and documentation
• Ensure system design and implementation meet security requirements
• Produce evidence to meet MOD regulatory standards
• Collaborate with engineering teams (Software DevSecOps Infrastructure Support)
• Report on compliance and cyber risks to senior stakeholders
• Provide security consultancy to project teams and support operational improvements

What we are looking for;

Youll be someone who takes ownership thinks critically and thrives in a collaborative environment tackling complex challenges.

• Experience conducting risk assessments using methodologies such as NIST or ISO 27005
• Ability to define and implement risk mitigation strategies (technical physical procedural)
• Experience producing security documentation (e.g. risk assessments security design policies test plans)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage change securely and effectively
• Experience with technologies such as Azure M365 Intune JAMF Windows macOS Kubernetes
• Understanding of Agile DevSecOps and CI/CD in secure environments
• Awareness of working within secure or safety-critical environments

Why Apply

• Competitive salary up to 65000
• 25 days annual leave bank holidays
• Private medical insurance and life assurance
• Generous pension (10% employer / 5% employee)
• Bonus scheme
• Ongoing professional development and training support
• On-site facilities including parking gym café and breakout spaces