Senior Consultant (Cyber Advisory) UK remote with Travel

Company Description

Resillion is a leading provider of Quality Engineering and cybersecurity services. With over 700 employees and offices across the UK, mainland Europe, Asia and North America, Resillion partners with its customers to deliver cutting edge solutions.

We are now looking for an Experienced Senior Consultant to join us to support our Cyber Advisory to help grow and develop the advisory side of the business.

Job Description

As a Senior Consultant, you will play a critical role in providing strategic guidance, advisory and consulting services to our clients, helping them navigate complex cyber security challenges.

This role places a substantial emphasis on business development, alongside significant responsibilities in client delivery and internal capability development.

You will be a key player in driving the growth through collaboration with our sales team and other internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Growth:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand our client base.
• Develop and execute a strategic plan for growth in the cyber advisory sector.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to create compelling proposals and presentations for potential clients.

Client Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in target industries.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, threats, and opportunities within the cyber security landscape.
• Attend industry events, conferences, and seminars to network and promote our services.

Thought Leadership:

• Contribute to the development of thought leadership materials, including white papers, articles, and blog posts.
• Present at conferences and webinars to establish the firm as a leader in the cyber advisory space.
• Stay abreast of industry developments and integrate emerging trends into business development strategies.

Revenue Generation:

• Develop and manage a pipeline of potential clients, ensuring a steady flow of new business.
• Negotiate and close deals, ensuring mutually beneficial terms for both the client and our organisation.
• Track and report on business development activities and outcomes, providing regular updates to senior management.

Strategic Advisory:

• Function as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing expert guidance on cyber security strategies and solutions.
• Navigate and manage ambiguity to deliver clear and actionable recommendations.
• Build long-term relationships with clients, positioning yourself as their go-to expert for cyber security matters.

Solution Development:

• Collaborate with clients to understand their unique challenges and develop tailored cyber security solutions.
• Employ a consultative approach to identify and address clients' pain points, going beyond standard audits.
• Facilitate workshops and brainstorming sessions to co-create innovative security strategies and frameworks.

Project Leadership:

• Lead and manage multiple cyber security projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners (where necessary) to deliver cohesive and effective solutions.

Training and Awareness:

Design and deliver cyber security training programs and workshops for clients.

• Enhance clients' understanding of cyber threats and the importance of robust security practices.
• Foster a culture of security awareness within client organisations.

Team Leadership:

• Mentor and develop junior consultants, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and career growth.
• Lead internal training sessions to share knowledge and best practices within the team.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.

Continuous Improvement:

• Responsible for leading the wider technical teams towards a better consultative approach, ensuring that all technical engagements are aligned with the organisations consulting standards and practices.
• Continuously improve internal methodologies, tools, and processes to enhance service delivery.
• Implement best practices in project management and client engagement to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
• Encourage the adoption of innovative technologies and techniques to stay ahead of industry trends.

Proposition Development:

• Develop and refine unique cyber security propositions to differentiate our organisation from competitors.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to package and promote these propositions to the market.
• Analyse competitor offerings and industry trends to ensure our propositions remain innovative and relevant.

Knowledge Management:

• Develop and maintain a repository of cyber security knowledge, resources, and case studies.
• Encourage knowledge sharing and collaboration across the organisation.
• Lead efforts to standardise and document consulting practices and procedures.

Key Attributes:

• Analytical thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High-level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Passion for continuous learning and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field an advantage.
• Deep understanding of cyber regulations and standards (E.g. NIST, ISO, PCI, DORA etc).
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or similar an advantage.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in cyber security, with a strong focus on both advisory and consulting roles.
• Proven track record in business development and client relationship management.
• Strong project management skills with experience leading complex cyber security projects.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and people skills.
• Deep understanding of cyber security principles, technologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Must have or be able to obtain and hold relevant security clearance.

Additional Information

• Competitive salary package and bonus structure that rewards your skills, drive and hard work.
• Incredible opportunities to grow and develop your career – we're all about nurturing and advancing our talent!
• Life insurance, pension plans, 25 days annual leave plus 8 statutory holidays with the option to buy and sell holidays and all the perks you'd expect from a top-notch employer.
• A buzzing work atmosphere where innovation and excellence are the name of the game.

Let Resillion be your platform to elevate you to new heights in the fast paced and innovative world of Cybersecurity and QA Software Testing