CyberSecurity IT Audit Consultant
Posted 1 day ago by Square One Resources
£445 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK
Summary: The CyberSecurity IT Audit Consultant role involves conducting cybersecurity audits across key risk domains, evaluating control effectiveness, and providing actionable insights to support compliance and risk management objectives. This position is based in Sheffield and requires a skilled professional with a strong background in IT audits and cybersecurity frameworks. The role is offered on a hybrid working arrangement, with three days in the office. The contract is initially set until November 30, 2025.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct audits of Cybersecurity controls across various domains (eg, identity & access management, data protection, incident response).
- Evaluate the effectiveness of cyber risk management practices.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify control gaps and recommend remediation.
- Prepare audit reports and present findings to senior management.
- Support regulatory and compliance initiatives related to Cybersecurity.
Key Skills:
- IT Audit Experience: Proven track record in conducting IT audits, especially within large financial institutions.
- Cybersecurity Expertise: Deep understanding of Cybersecurity frameworks (eg, NIST, ISO 27001), controls, and risk management.
- Audit Methodologies: Familiarity with internal audit processes, risk assessments, control testing, and reporting.
- Contractor Profile: Ideally someone who has worked in similar roles on a contract basis and can quickly integrate into the team.
Salary (Rate): £445 daily
City: Sheffield
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Job Title: CyberSecurity IT Audit Consultant
Location: Sheffield (3 days in office)
Salary/Rate: £395 - £445 Inside IR35
Start Date: 22/09/2025
Job Type: Initial Contract Until 30/11/2025
Company Introduction
We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled CyberSecurity IT Audit Consultant to join their team in Sheffield on a hybrid basis.
Job Responsibilities/Objectives
You will be responsible for conducting Cybersecurity IT audits across key risk domains, evaluating control effectiveness, and delivering actionable insights to support our clients compliance and risk management objectives.
Possible Responsibilities:
- Conduct audits of Cybersecurity controls across various domains (eg, identity & access management, data protection, incident response).
- Evaluate the effectiveness of cyber risk management practices.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify control gaps and recommend remediation.
- Prepare audit reports and present findings to senior management.
- Support regulatory and compliance initiatives related to Cybersecurity.
Required Skills/Experience
The ideal candidate will have the following:
- IT Audit Experience: Proven track record in conducting IT audits, especially within large financial institutions.
- Cybersecurity Expertise: Deep understanding of Cybersecurity frameworks (eg, NIST, ISO 27001), controls, and risk management.
- Audit Methodologies: Familiarity with internal audit processes, risk assessments, control testing, and reporting.
- Contractor Profile: Ideally someone who has worked in similar roles on a contract basis and can quickly integrate into the team.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.
Disclaimer
Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies.
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