Cyber security consultant

Cyber security consultant

Posted 1 day ago by IO Associates

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£650 Per day
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Hybrid
South Wales, UK
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Cyber Incident Response Cyber Risk Cyber Security Data Protection Strategy Gap Analysis IT Infrastructure SIPOC Process Stakeholder Communications Stakeholder Management Threat Modeling

Summary: The role is for a Cyber Security Consultant with active NPPV3 clearance to support a law enforcement project in South Wales. The consultant will conduct risk assessments, ensure compliance with security standards, and collaborate with various stakeholders. This position requires a hybrid working arrangement, with three days on-site each week. The contract is for six months with a competitive daily rate.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct cyber risk assessments, threat modelling, and security gap analysis.
  • Support secure-by-design across police IT infrastructure and digital services.
  • Align work to:
    • ISO 27001
    • NIST 800-53/800-171
    • NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF)
    • Cyber Essentials Plus, UK GDPR, DPA 2018
  • Produce assurance documentation: RMADS, risk registers, DPIAs, compliance reports.
  • Advise stakeholders on data protection, incident response, and supply chain risk.
  • Work closely with internal IT teams, governance leads, and third-party suppliers.

Key Skills:

  • Active NPPV3 clearance (essential)
  • Experience delivering cyber security consultancy within policing or public sector
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, NCSC CAF, and HMG security standards
  • Strong stakeholder communication and documentation skills
  • Able to work 3 days per week on-site at South Wales

Salary (Rate): £650/day

City: South Wales

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Contract Opportunity: NPPV3-Cleared Cyber Security Consultant

Location: [South Wales] - Hybrid (3 Days On-Site per Week)

Contract Type: 6-Month Contract

Day Rate: £600-£650/day (Inside IR35)

Clearance Required: Active NPPV3 (essential)

Start Date: [2 weeks]

About the Role

We're hiring a Cyber Security Consultant with active NPPV3 clearance to support a high-priority law enforcement project. You'll lead risk assessments, support secure design, and ensure compliance with national frameworks and law enforcement governance standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct cyber risk assessments, threat modelling, and security gap analysis.
  • Support secure-by-design across police IT infrastructure and digital services.
  • Align work to:
    • ISO 27001
    • NIST 800-53/800-171
    • NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF)
    • Cyber Essentials Plus, UK GDPR, DPA 2018
  • Produce assurance documentation: RMADS, risk registers, DPIAs, compliance reports.
  • Advise stakeholders on data protection, incident response, and supply chain risk.
  • Work closely with internal IT teams, governance leads, and third-party suppliers.

Requirements

  • Active NPPV3 clearance (essential)
  • Experience delivering cyber security consultancy within policing or public sector
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, NCSC CAF, and HMG security standards
  • Strong stakeholder communication and documentation skills
  • Able to work 3 days per week on-site at [South Wales]

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