Information Security Consultant

Information Security Consultant Apply here Who you’ll be joining We’re problem solvers at heart. Sometimes the answer is technology, sometimes it is strategy, and sometimes it is a strong cup of tea and a bit of thoughtful conversation. Whatever it takes, we work it out with our clients. We’re an IT consultancy that helps organisations get the best out of their technology. That means keeping them secure and keeping the bad guys out, making sure everything works and is easy to use, and doing smart things with data and software to give their business an edge. It is important work, and we care about doing it well and for the right reasons. Life at Waterstons is friendly, flexible and built on trust. We hire people who are curious, thoughtful and good at getting to the heart of a problem. You get support, trust and room to grow in a place that still feels human. The unlimited holidays and private healthcare are a nice touch, although most people stay because it feels like the right place to do good work with good people. What You’ll Be Doing We’re looking for an Information Security professional with a strong focus on GRC. As an Information Security Consultant, you'll have a good understanding of information security and data protection. You’ll build relationships with prospective and active clients across the business and act as their trusted advisor, helping them to secure their business through the pragmatic use of technology and protect them from incoming threats. This is a hybrid role based from our Glasgow, Durham or London office, with some travel to client sites as required. Your Day-to-Day Deliver information security and compliance projects. Identify new business opportunities with clients and prospects, acting as their trusted advisor. Deliver projects, including information security strategy, data protection consultancy, and assessments against frameworks like ISO 27001, CAF and NIST. Stay updated on the latest information security and data protection best practices to provide clients with the best advice. What we're looking for If some (or most) of the following sound like you, we'd love to hear from you: A strong background in Information Security and a focus on GRC. A good understanding of information security and data protection. The ability to build relationships with prospective and active clients across the business and act as their trusted advisor, helping them to secure their business through the pragmatic use of technology and protect them from incoming threats. How We Take Care of You As well as offering a competitive salary, we have an attractive benefits package including: A healthy work life balance with flexible and agile working being the norm Unlimited holiday allowance EV car scheme (salary sacrifice) Room to grow with supported development opportunities and sponsored training Enhanced family policies If you ever need it, company sick pay and life assurance Supported wellbeing with regular initiatives, an employee assistance programme and private medical insurance Flexible benefits such as a dental scheme, eye care support, season ticket loan and cycle to work We require a security check to be carried out on all colleagues due to the nature of some of our clients’ industries. Waterstons is committed to creating and an inclusive, understanding, and flexible place to work. We value diversity, equality and inclusion and encourage everyone to 'bring their whole selves' to work. We believe that a company that works to truly embrace and value diversity, create an environment where everyone from any background can do their best work, and feel valued and appreciated is a better company to work for. Privacy Statement Waterstons are gathering the data in this application for the purpose of recruitment and to ensure we can contact you regarding this application. For information about what we do with your personal data see our Privacy Notice. Department Cyber Consulting Locations Durham, England, United Kingdom, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom, London, England, United Kingdom Remote status Hybrid Yearly salary £34,000 - £40,000 Employment type Full-time Job Type Experienced Role