Average Security Consultant salary in the UK

Job Title: Cyber Security Consultant Location: Ipswich (3-days per week on-site) Rate: £400 - £500 per day, inside IR35 (dependent on experience) Duration: 6 months Tec Partners are working with a world-leading technology client who are currently looking for an experienced Cyber Security Consultant, with a strong background in Penetration Testing. As a Cyber Security Consultant, you will draw on your Penetration Testing background to deliver risk analysis reporting, reporting into senior leadership. What they are looking for: Strong background in Penetration TestingExtensive Cyber Security experienceStrong stakeholder management skillsRisk analysis and reporting experience is advantageous, but not required This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Cyber Security Consultant to join a truly world-class business, which will give you access to incredible learning and development opportunities, and work on assignment with an equally exciting customer. If you are a Cyber Security Consultant with a prior background in Penetration Testing, looking for a new role, then get in touch right away to find out more! If you are interested in this position or would like to discuss further, please send your CV for immediate review.

Technical Cyber Security Architect (SC)Remote (UK-based) with travel as requiredFull-time, Permanent - Competitive SalarySecurity Clearance: Candidates must hold SC level clearance and meet UK residency requirements About the Role We're looking for a Technical Cyber Security Architect to join our client; a leading Cyber Consultancy that's shaping the future of secure digital transformation. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside expert peers in Secure Architecture and Risk Planning, contributing to a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. You'll help clients define and implement security architectures that protect their assets and enable confident decision-making. Key Responsibilities Provide secure design advice from project discovery through to disposal.Ensure solutions align with security standards and architectural patterns.Promote Secure by Design principles to reduce information risk.Validate security controls and their effectiveness.Deliver security architecture for cloud deployments (private/public).Design and scope IT Health Checks and interpret outcomes.Identify and mitigate security risks in solution architectures.Conduct threat modelling and risk analysis.Design proportional security controls using native cloud technologies.Produce security architecture artefacts including standards and blueprints. What You'll Bring Prior and proven experience gained as a Security Architect or in a technical cyber role. Expertise in: Security legislation (GDPR, PCI DSS, ICO)Frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls v8)HMG/NCSC policies and guidanceCloud security (AWS, Azure)Microservice architecturesPKI, Cryptography, Privileged Access Management Certifications: SABSA, TOGAF, AWS/Azure Architect, CISSP, CISM (or working towards CIISEC/UK Cyber Security Council registration).Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, communication, teamwork, and adaptability. What's in it for You Flexible Working: Remote-first with travel as needed.Career Development: Continuous learning and professional growth.Benefits Package: Includes Private Health Care, Cash Back Plan, Buy/Sell Holiday Options, Life Assurance, and more. Interested?Submit your application to learn more about this exciting opportunity. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Security Resilience Consultant Rate: £500 - £550 per day (Inside IR35)Duration: 6 months initialLocation: London - 2 days per week on-site RoleOverview: We are seeking a hands-on Security Resilience Consultant to support and strengthen security controls across a regulated technology environment. This role would suit someone who has worked within a medium sized regulated business, where security teams are lean, responsibilities are broad and individuals are expected to balance analysis, delivery and operational ownership. You will focus on the effectiveness of technical security controls, supplier and SaaS security posture and the use of data and dashboards to provide clear, actionable insight into risk and resilience. This is not a purely policy or assurance role, you will be expected to get into the detail and work directly with systems and data. Key Responsibilities Monitor and assess the coverage and effectiveness of technical security controls, aligned to defined KRIs and KCIs.Work closely with the Supplier Assurance function to evaluate the security posture of third-party products and services, with a strong focus on SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM) / Third Party risk platforms.Perform hands-on analysis of security and risk datasets, drawing meaningful conclusions to support resilience decisions.Help design and build a SaaS security assessment capability, embedding day-to-day security practices into administrative and technical controls.Develop and maintain practical dashboards and reporting to provide visibility of security posture and control effectiveness.Support compliance with regulatory, legal, and internal governance requirements in a pragmatic, delivery-focused manner. Required Experience Background in a regulated environment (e.g. financial services, insurance, payments, utilities, or similar).Experience working in small-to-medium security or technology teams, where you've been required to be hands-on.Solid cloud security experience, ideally within SaaS-heavy environments.Strong data analysis capability, including querying, mapping, and interpreting complex datasets.Experience with data harmonisation and visualisation, using tools such as Excel and Power BI.Comfortable working across security, technology, and assurance stakeholders, translating data into clear risk insight. Nice to Have Exposure to SSPM tooling or third-party risk platforms.Experience operating in environments without heavy process, where you help shape how things are done rather than inherit mature frameworks. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.