Information Security Consultant

Information Security Consultant – Bristol – Contract Inside IR35 – GBP440 per day – SC cleared

Are you experienced with information assurance and security architecture?

Do you hold a CISSP certification?

This may be the role for you!

This is an opportunity to play your part in protecting our company, our customers, and our communities from a cyber–attack. Be part of a growing dedicated Defence security team and get ready to make a difference by bringing your technical security skills and experience onboard.

The Key Responsibilities of a Network Security Consultant:

• Be the authoritative lead on building the right security solutions of single or multiple technology towers from customer requirements.
• Provide end–to–end security information assurance governance, leadership, accountability, and ownership for technology towers throughout the pre–sales and delivery life cycle
• Implement cyber risk mitigation strategies in relation to customer's business risk management.
• Define and create pre–sales and post sales technical collateral.
• Develop and manage customer relationships and deliver an outstanding customer experience.

Below is a list of Key Skills required for the Network Security Consultant, however you will not be expected to have everything:

• Extensive knowledge and experienced of applying information assurance and security architecture in communication and network environments, covering:
  • IP Networking (L1–L7), including Service Provider WAN technologies and solutions.
  • MPLS, VPLS, BGP, OSPF, GRE tunnelling, encryption, media conversion (IPS/IDS/packet capture).
  • Network security; perimeter security, encryption, authentication, and sensors.
  • Optical networking, DWDM, SDH/PDH and OTN designs.
  • An ability to specify, manage and present third party assurance testing, including ITHC and CTAS together with creating correction plans following testing.
  • Knowledge of TEMPEST architecture and solutions.
  • Working knowledge and experienced in HMG MoD compliance and security policies (JSP 604, 440, IA Standards).
  • Experienced in identifying and mitigating security risks, and problem–solving for information systems and technology architectures.
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

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You will be required to hold a minimum of SC Clearance. If you do not hold an active SC clearance, please familiarise yourself with the vetting process before applying.

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