Security Consultant
Posted 3 days ago by CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
£465 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Knutsford, Cheshire
Summary: The role of a CISO Security Consultant involves assessing, designing, and enhancing secure systems across infrastructure and applications in a hybrid work environment. The consultant will leverage hands-on expertise in networking, application security, and risk management to provide guidance and ensure adherence to best practices. Strong analytical skills and effective communication are essential for collaborating with clients and internal teams. A CISSP certification is highly desirable, along with additional security certifications being a bonus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess, design, and strengthen secure systems across infrastructure and applications.
- Provide expert guidance on best practices and industry standards.
- Work closely with clients and internal teams to enhance security measures.
- Evaluate vulnerabilities and recommend practical remediation strategies.
- Engage with stakeholders effectively to ensure security objectives are met.
Key Skills:
- Strong experience in computer networking, application security, penetration testing, databases, or operating systems (Linux/Windows).
- Solid understanding of security principles and risk management.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- CISSP certification is highly desirable; additional certifications (e.g., CEH, CISM, OSCP, Security+) are advantageous.
- Proficiency in MS Office, Confluence, and familiarity with Jira.
Salary (Rate): £465/day
City: Knutsford
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Role Title: CISO Security Consultant
Location: Knutsford, Cheshire/ Hybrid - 2/3 days per week onsite
Duration: 8 months
Rate: £465 per day inside ir35
We're looking for a proactive Security Consultant to assess, design, and strengthen secure systems across infrastructure and applications. You'll bring hands-on expertise in areas such as networking, application security, pentesting, databases, or operating systems (Linux/Windows), along with a strong grasp of risk management and secure design principles.CISSP is highly desirable (additional certifications a bonus). Strong analytical skills, clear communication, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential. Familiarity with MS Office, Confluence, and Jira is advantageous.
Role Description
As a Security Consultant, you will work closely with clients and internal teams to assess, design, and enhance secure systems. You will provide expert guidance across infrastructure, applications, and enterprise environments, ensuring best practices and industry standards are consistently applied.
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong experience in at least one of the following areas:
- Computer networking
- Application security
- Cryptography (desirable but not essential)
- Penetration testing
- Databases
- Operating systems (Linux and/or Windows)
- Solid understanding of security principles, risk management, and secure design
- Ability to assess vulnerabilities and recommend practical remediation strategies
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Certifications
- CISSP certification is highly desirable
- Additional security certifications (e.g., CEH, CISM, OSCP, Security+) would be advantageous
Desirable IT Skills
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Experience using Confluence
- Familiarity with Jira
What We're Looking For
- A proactive and detail-oriented professional
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills
- A commitment to continuous learning and professional development