Cyber Security Consultant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Hybrid
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Technology
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SKILLS

Azure AD / Entra ID Microsoft Defender Vulnerability scanning SIEM platforms Identity & access management MFA Device security

FULL DESCRIPTION

Cyber Security Consultant

We’re looking for a Security Consultant to support the delivery of security services across our customer base, with a focus on Azure, Microsoft 365, and core security operations. This role is centred around working closely with customers to understand their security requirements, improve their overall posture, and implement practical, real-world solutions.

What You'll Do

  • Work with customers to understand security requirements and translate them into clear, actionable plans
  • Provide consultancy across Microsoft security technologies, particularly Azure / Entra ID and Defender
  • Support security operations, including monitoring and responding to Defender incidents
  • Oversee the threat and vulnerability management platform, ensuring regular scanning, analysing results, and driving remediation activities
  • Assist in improving customer security posture through practical recommendations and remediation plans
  • Contribute to security playbooks, processes, and procedures to support consistent delivery
  • Work with stakeholders to communicate risks, recommendations, and outcomes clearly

What You'll Need

  • Hands-on experience with: Azure AD / Entra ID (identity, access, Conditional Access) Microsoft Defender (alerts, incidents, basic setup)
  • Experience working with: Vulnerability scanning tools (managing scans, interpreting results, driving fixes) and SIEM platforms (e.g. Sentinel or similar)
  • Strong understanding of core security principles: Identity & access management, MFA, least privilege, device security
  • Experience working in a multi customer-facing or MSP environment

Nice to Have:

  • Familiarity with frameworks such as GDPR, ISO 27001, or Cyber Essentials
  • Experience contributing to security documentation, playbooks, or processes
  • Microsoft security certifications (SC-200, SC-300, AZ-500 etc.)
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