Average Security Consultant salary in the UK

INFORMATION SECURITY CONSULTANT Salary up to £75,000 + benefitsManchester Office2 days a week Onsite requirementThe Information Security Consultant will be ensuring applications are built securely across a global organisation. About the Client: Founded over 20 years ago, our client is a leading global software solutions provider, employing more than 7,000 people across the world. They invest heavily into employee development, to ensure everyone reaches their full potential to help drive innovation across the brand, as well as offering market leading benefits and investment into employee experience across all departments. Due to the exceptional growth, they are looking for experience and professional information security consultants to join their team, both at mid and senior levels. Benefits: Excellent company bonus structure based on personal performance.Company pension scheme25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday offLife assuranceDevelopment and training opportunities for career progressionEye care + free gym membershipCompany events and lunches As an Information Security Consultant, you will be: Ensuring applications are being built securely through code analysis.Conducting manual and automated source code reviewsCompleting security vulnerability assessments and taking an active role in external auditsIdentifying any security flaws within the business software and managing through. They are looking for an Information Security Consultant to have: Information Security technology functionsWireshark and other related toolingWeb Application Penetration Testing methodologiesOSCP certification desired or similar to. To be Considered: Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly via . For further information please call me: // . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Key Skills Information Security, Penetration Testing, Vulnerabilities, OSCP, Wireshark, Code Analysis, Web Applications

Security Controller / Security IT Controller - Defence, NATO, Government Consultancy Location - Portsmouth, Hants Salary up to £65K plus excellent benefits Our client a successful technical consultancy, following a sustained period of growth they are now looking to recruit an experienced Security Controller with solid experience in the defence sector. You will develop and oversee the company's increasing security and related IT activity. This role is responsible for devising and implementing the company’s security strategy in line with UK Government and NATO Security requirements, whilst maintaining compliance for the businesses within the group Key Responsibilities - Security Controller /Security IT Controller -operate as the lead for all company security related matters, including the following areas: Security Personnel Administration Determine appropriate levels of security clearance and the processing of individual cases with a view to achieving the required level of clearance, maintaining an aftercare process.BPSS clearing new starters and liaising with vetting team ref SC and DV clearances.Administer Incoming and Outgoing UK and Overseas Visit Requests, liaising with IVCO as necessary.Deliver travel briefs for those traveling in line with current security guidance and clearance.Liaison with the Defence Vetting Agency (e.g. UKSV and equivalent). Facilities Security Manage implementation and transition to FSC status (formerly List X) and ongoing compliance.Administer employee and contractor entry passes.Manage receipt and dispatch of all classified assets.Maintain classified asset register.Conduct classified asset musters. IT Support Manage the information assurance profile of our IT infrastructure.Manage and maintain Cyber Essentials Plus certification.Ensure adherence to required security frameworks, protocols on site and maintaining appropriate accreditations.Liaising with IT support team on all security related IT matters. Quality, Standards & Training Liaising with the Quality Team, ensuring correct updated security policy and supporting documentation is within the Quality Management System.Reporting of security incidents to Director level and assist with investigations.Conduct security briefings for new personnel, including periodic re-briefs and updates as Government Policy develops.Flow down and management of Security Aspects Letters (SAL’s).Assist with government audits.Assist with customer audits.Prepare and maintain policy and procedures for handling, storing, and keeping records. Skills and Qualifications re role of Security Controller - Security IT Controller: Essential: Current Security Clearance.Previous experience as a Security Controller in a Defence business.Sound knowledge of current UK Government and NATO security procedures, knowledge of Security Policy Framework, and ISO 27001.Experience of implementing and working within an FSC environment (formerly List X).Knowledge of supporting security disciplines, including document control, visitor clearances, personnel security processing and security processes and proceduresMoD recognised Security qualification (e.g. DISA) Positive and professional attitude with the ability to work well independently.Proactive with the ability to identify process improvement and implement any changes.In-depth understanding of security vetting and the threats to an organisation’s security and integrity Desirable: Experience as a Security Controller in a Defence business preferably with 70+ staff over more than one site.Strong communication skillsStrong IT Skills - Microsoft 365 programmes and cloud services Other Requirements: Candidates must be a single UK National.Have current UK Security Clearance Note - (Although an office-based role in Portsmouth, there will be an expectation of travel between company offices and to Customer meetings as required). Keywords - Security Controller, Defence, MOD, NATO, Government, UKSV, BPSS, DV, SC Clearances, Defence Vetting Agency, FSC, List X, Classified Assets, Cyber Essentials, Security Frameworks, SALs, Security Policy Framework, ISO 27001, Document Control, MOD Security Qualifications DISA, Cloud Services. Security Controller / Security IT Controller - Defence, NATO, Government Consultancy

Information Security Consultant - Third Party RiskSuffolk£80,000 per annumWe are excited to announce a growing opportunity for an Information Security Specialist, with specific focus on Policies & Standards. This role will manage and communicate updates to the Information Security Policy (ISP) and associated standards, ensuring all employees and contractors are well-informed and compliant. Responsibilities: Maintaining and updating the ISP and standards, evaluating proposed changes, and drafting additional guidelines, including capturing updates from stakeholders and providing guidance to queries.Participating in the Group Policy Working Group, providing suggestions and feedback on proposed changes.Preparing the agenda and chairing the regular Policy and Standards Review Group, ensuring discussions are documented in formal minutes.Using diverse sources to monitor emerging threats and technologiesPromoting the use of ISP and standards across the organisation. Skills / Experience required: Strong knowledge of Information Security and Information Technology, preferably concerning policy application Must be proficient in writing security policies and standards and ideally, experience in implementing ISO 27001/NIST/CSA Exceptional analytical and reporting skills Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to manage senior stakeholders. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to create clear, concise, and engaging presentations Experience working in multinational companies