Senior Cyber Security Consultant - #192140

Haystack


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Portsmouth
Salary: £60 - £70 per hour
Contract type: Full time
Remote
We're partnering with a well-regarded cyber security consultancy that consistently punches above its size, working with clients across a range of demanding sectors. They are seeking a professional ready to step into a senior role where they can lead engagements, shape client strategy, and grow a team around them.

The Role

  • Act as the primary client contact across key accounts, managing expectations and building long-term relationships
  • Own the quality of engagement outputs, including risk assessments, maturity reviews, and strategic recommendations
  • Design security improvement plans that are proportionate, practical, and tailored to each client's specific context
  • Run threat assessments, client interviews, and on-site visits as part of structured engagement delivery
  • Mentor and develop junior and mid-level consultants, taking an active interest in their growth and output quality
  • Spot and develop new business opportunities, contributing to proposals and shaping the consultancy's commercial direction

What You'll Need

  • Strong commercial background in cyber security consultancy or professional services, with experience across sectors such as financial services, energy, telecoms or insurance
  • Technical depth across core domains including networks, infrastructure, cloud, and application security
  • Hands-on experience applying risk management frameworks in live, complex environments
  • A track record of managing client relationships at a senior level, including navigating difficult conversations and handling escalations
  • Experience leading and developing small teams, with genuine investment in others' performance and progression
  • Eligibility to obtain SC clearance and willingness to travel to client sites in the Portsmouth area at least twice a week

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary and company pension
  • Private medical and gym benefits
  • Hybrid working model (2 days onsite/client visits)
  • Opportunity to lead engagements and shape client strategy

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