Principal Consultant - Cybersecurity

Location: Remote UK, United Kingdom

Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.

Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

Title: Principal Consultant - Cybersecurity

Location: Remote UK 

About Us:

Thales Group is a global leader in advanced technologies and services, dedicated to providing innovative solutions in Cybersecurity, Aerospace, Defence, Transport, and Critical National Infrastructure. We are committed to safeguarding both the physical and digital landscapes for our clients, making the world a safer place.

Our Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Consultant in Cybersecurity to enrich our cybersecurity practice. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong background in cybersecurity and a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects. You will work closely with clients to assess their cybersecurity needs, develop comprehensive strategies, and implement effective solutions to mitigate risks and enhance security posture.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Lead cybersecurity engagements with customers

• Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies and frameworks tailored to client needs, aligning with industry standards and best practices.

• Provide expert guidance on regulatory compliance, governance, and risk management.

• Engage in transformational programmes with internal and external customers

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement security architectures and solutions.

• Deliver training sessions and workshops to customers on cybersecurity best practices.

• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, trends and technologies, and share insights with clients and internal teams.

• Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to clients, clearly communicating findings and recommendations.

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor on cybersecurity matters.

• Mentor, train and manage junior consultants and cybersecurity team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing, bid submissions, market intelligence gathering, customer relationship management and networking.

Skills and Expertise

• A degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field; advanced degree preferred

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in cybersecurity consulting or related roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.

• Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and best practices as they apply to IT and OT environments.

• Working experience of a Secure-by-Design engineering approach

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex technical issues and devise effective solutions.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the capability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Demonstrated project management abilities, with experience handling multiple projects and meeting deadlines.

• An understanding of the threats arising from the exploitation of vulnerabilities in the attack surfaces created across products and systems and how these can be managed

• Understanding of how to secure a network using technologies and security protocols

• Ability to undertake vulnerability assessments of networks and devices using tools and databases to produce a contextualised list of vulnerabilities

• Produce security architecture design documents which incorporate an analysis of potential risks and recommend pragmatic security controls

• Production of security risks through identification of vulnerabilities, assessment of exposure, likelihood and severity of the risk in a quantitative or qualitative format that follows an industry recognised risk assessment methodology

• Ability to analyse information and produce reports, network diagrams and recommendations on how to improve security posture

• Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under pressure.

Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

A dynamic and inclusive work environment.

The chance to work on cutting-edge technologies and projects that make a difference.

This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance.  Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.

To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years.  In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.

For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the National Security Vetting (NSV) Agency - United Kingdom Security Vetting - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

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In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.

Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.

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