Cyber Security Consultant

Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We're also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1. 

We've been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023. 

As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We're focused on our core values; using these we've seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally. 

Key responsibilities

• Lead operational security initiatives across infrastructure and cloud environments
• Implement and maintain network security controls, including firewalls and segmentation
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and manage remediation workflows
• Drive adoption of Zero Trust principles across systems and services
• Oversee access control policies and identity management practices
• Coordinate and respond to security incidents and investigations
• Perform regular security audits and configuration reviews
• Develop and enforce backup and recovery strategies aligned with security policies
• Apply security hardening techniques across endpoints, servers, and cloud assets
• Align operational practices with NIST CSF 2.0 and other recognised standards
• Collaborate with IT and DevOps teams to embed security into operations
• Produce detailed reports and metrics for senior stakeholders and compliance teams.

Essential experience & skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in operational cybersecurity
• Strong background in IT support or infrastructure engineering
• Proven expertise in network security, firewalls, and access control
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability management tools and processes
• Familiarity with incident response frameworks and SIEM platforms
• Deep understanding of Cthe IA triad and its application in enterprise environments
• Experience implementing security controls in hybrid or cloud-first environments
• Knowledge of NIST CSF 2.0, ISO 27001, or similar frameworks.

Certifications (highly desirable)

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC
• Experience with automation and scripting for security operations (e.g., PowerShell, Python)
• Exposure to security in containerised or microservices architectures.

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. 

One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology. 

We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat. 

Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.