Average Security Consultant salary in the UK

Security ConsultantContract Duration: 6 MonthsLocation: Hybrid (London / Birmingham)Job Type: Contract - Outside IR35Reed Professional Services is a Management Consultancy and technology services company specialising in IT, financial services, and associated sectors. We are currently seeking a Security Consultant to join our dynamic team for a 6-month contract. This role is crucial for supporting a fast-paced digital portfolio that includes cloud-hosted platforms, enterprise SaaS solutions, and integration-heavy services.Day-to-day of the role:Support project-level security assurance and risk management activities.Gather and document control evidence and assurance artefacts.Maintain risk registers, actions, and remediation tracking.Support audits, reviews, and formal assurance processes.Work with delivery teams to implement agreed security controls.Assist with cloud and SaaS security assurance tasks.Ensure decisions, risks, and controls are clearly documented and traceable.Required Skills & Qualifications:Essential: Experience supporting security assurance and risk management in live environments.Familiarity with cloud and SaaS platforms (AWS exposure preferred).Ability to work methodically with evidence, risks, and actions.Comfortable working across multiple workstreams.Practical, delivery-focused approach.Desirable: Exposure to public sector or regulated environments.Experience with ServiceNow, Salesforce, or similar SaaS platforms.Interest or exposure to OT / IoT / PropTech security.Additional Information:BPSS and active Security Clearance required.This role offers hybrid working options, with locations in London and Birmingham.To apply for this Security Consultant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

Security ConsultantContract Duration: 6 MonthsLocation: Hybrid (London / Birmingham)Job Type: Contract - Outside IR35Reed Professional Services is a Management Consultancy and technology services company specialising in IT, financial services, and associated sectors. We are currently seeking a Security Consultant to join our dynamic team for a 6-month contract. This role is crucial for supporting a fast-paced digital portfolio that includes cloud-hosted platforms, enterprise SaaS solutions, and integration-heavy services.Day-to-day of the role:Support project-level security assurance and risk management activities.Gather and document control evidence and assurance artefacts.Maintain risk registers, actions, and remediation tracking.Support audits, reviews, and formal assurance processes.Work with delivery teams to implement agreed security controls.Assist with cloud and SaaS security assurance tasks.Ensure decisions, risks, and controls are clearly documented and traceable.Required Skills & Qualifications:Essential: Experience supporting security assurance and risk management in live environments.Familiarity with cloud and SaaS platforms (AWS exposure preferred).Ability to work methodically with evidence, risks, and actions.Comfortable working across multiple workstreams.Practical, delivery-focused approach.Desirable: Exposure to public sector or regulated environments.Experience with ServiceNow, Salesforce, or similar SaaS platforms.Interest or exposure to OT / IoT / PropTech security.Additional Information:BPSS and active Security Clearance required.This role offers hybrid working options, with locations in London and Birmingham.To apply for this Security Consultant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

Cyber Security ConsultantMainly remote with occasional UK office/site visits£55,000-£65,000 depending on experience, + BenefitsAn established and expanding information security consultancy is looking to appoint a Cyber Security Consultant to support a growing portfolio of client engagements across the UK.This is an excellent opportunity for someone fairly early in their cyber or information security career who wants exposure to a wide range of security disciplines, client environments and real-world challenges. The role offers strong development support, varied project work and clear progression. Candidates must be UK-based, with full right to work in the UK without sponsorship.The role:You will work alongside experienced consultants delivering practical, business-focused security services to clients ranging from fast-growing SMEs to large, complex organisations. Depending on your background and interests, your work may include:Reviewing security maturity against recognised good practiceSupporting Cyber Essentials preparation and assessmentsDeveloping and testing incident response plansCarrying out tabletop and simulated incident exercisesAssessing and improving supply chain securityAdvising on secure application and software developmentContributing to physical security testing activitiesDelivering security awareness sessionsCompleting risk assessments and threat modellingWriting and reviewing security policies and governance documentationExperience required:2+ years experience in information or cyber securityPrevious consultancy experience with the ability to engage effectively with clients/customers and understand their requirementsAbility to simplify complex topics and offer practical, grounded adviceAn understanding of ISO 27001, GDPR, or broader information-security concepts/frameworksAre comfortable engaging with clients and stakeholdersCurious, self-directed, and motivated to work towards further industry certificationsSomeone who enjoys solving problems, not just following checklistsUK-based, with full right to work in the UK without sponsorshipWhy Join?£55,000-£65,000 salary, depending on experience25 days' annual leave + bank holidays + other benefitsRemote-first flexibilityA people-first culture that values kindness, curiosity, and growthExposure to a wide range of projects across IR, GRC, and technical securityOpportunities to see the long-term impact of your work through ongoing client relationshipsIf you're ready to grow your career in a supportive consulting environment, then we'd love to hear from you.Apply now and send over your CV for a quick review.Security, Cyber, Cybersecurity, Infosec, Information Security, Incident Response, IR, Consult, Consultant, Consulting, Compliance, 27001, GDPR, DPA, Data Protection, GRC, Governance, RiskCircle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter - @Circle_Rec and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.