Senior Cybersecurity Consultant

Job Description About the Role We are seeking a technically strong and hands-on Senior Cybersecurity Consultant (Technical Lead) who can take complete ownership of all cybersecurity operations within the organization. This role requires a professional who can lead the internal cybersecurity team, guide clients on all technical and network security aspects and represent the company as the technical authority in all cybersecurity-related engagements. The ideal professional should have deep hands-on experience in cybersecurity tools, network and system security, compliance implementation and incident handling essentially, someone who can confidently address any cybersecurity issue that arises internally or from clients. Key Responsibilities 1. Technical Leadership & Team Guidance - Act as the technical lead for all cybersecurity projects and operations. - Guide and mentor the cybersecurity team in daily monitoring, incident analysis and technical troubleshooting. - Review technical deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, and quality. 2. Client Support & Technical Engagement - Act as the primary technical point of contact for client interactions. - Lead technical discussions and scoping calls to understand client requirements. - Provide recommendations and best practices to improve client cybersecurity posture. - Assist clients in implementing and managing secure configurations across their infrastructure. - Resolve client-reported security issues effectively and efficiently. 3. Security Operations - Guide the SOC team in implementation, log monitoring, alert triaging and incident response. - Provide technical direction on analysing SIEM alerts, firewall logs and endpoint activities. - Review incident handling processes and ensure correct escalation procedures are followed. - Continuously improve operational processes and detection mechanisms through technical oversight. 4. Compliance & Governance Support - Guide clients in preparing for and achieving compliance with standards such as ISO 27001, RBI, NIST, SOC 2 and others. - Review, update and help to implement cybersecurity policies, standards and procedures. - Conduct security gap assessments and provide actionable remediation plans. - Conduct cybersecurity awareness training sessions for employees and clients. - Promote a culture of security awareness and responsibility across the organization. 5. Network & Infrastructure Security Advisory - Analyse client network and infrastructure setups and provide security recommendations. - Guide clients on firewall configurations, segmentation, VPNs, and access control best practices. - Suggest improvements in server, endpoint, and cloud security configurations. - Ensure clients environments align with cybersecurity best practices and compliance requirements. 6. Representation & External Engagement - Represent the organization in cybersecurity conferences, client events, and technical presentations. - Deliver technical demonstrations, awareness sessions, and webinars as required. - Act as the technical face of Proven Infosec in industry forums and client interactions. 7. Reporting & Documentation - Prepare and review technical reports, incident summaries, and compliance documentation. - Maintain detailed records of configurations, incidents, and recommendations. - Ensure all documentation aligns with client and audit standards. Required Skills & Qualifications - 5 7 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations or engineering roles. - Strong understanding of networking, firewalls, endpoint protection, and cloud security. - Deep understanding of information security frameworks and compliance standards. - Excellent communication and presentation skills for client and public interactions. - Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive, solution-oriented approach. - CEH, CISA, CISSP, CompTIA Security+, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, or any equivalent certification. Why Join Us - Be the technical face and leader of a growing cybersecurity organization. - Directly engage with clients and influence their cybersecurity posture. - Lead a passionate, skilled cybersecurity team in a collaborative and growth-driven environment. - Gain exposure to diverse projects involving security operations, compliance and consulting. - Represent the company in professional cybersecurity events and expand your technical influence.