The Role
We are looking for a Cybersecurity Consultant to join our Cyber Consultancy team in Belfast.
This is a hands-on consulting role focused on delivering cybersecurity and information security engagements, with a strong emphasis on ISO27001 implementations, audit readiness, and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC).
You will lead client engagements end-to-end, from initial assessment through to implementation and audit, working closely with client stakeholders to deliver practical, measurable outcomes.
What You Will Do
Engagement Delivery:
- Lead new and existing information and cybersecurity engagements.
- Deliver ISO27001 implementations, from gap assessment through to certification readiness.
- Deliver cyber incident exercising, including tabletop scenarios and simulations.
Audit & Assurance:
- Lead internal audits aligned to ISO27001.
- Support clients through external audits and certification processes.
- Drive remediation activities to close audit findings and strengthen control effectiveness.
Risk & Compliance:
- Conduct risk assessments and support the development of risk treatment plans.
- Develop and implement policies, standards, and controls aligned to ISO27001.
- Support clients in embedding effective governance, risk, and compliance practices.
Stakeholder Management:
- Work directly with client stakeholders to manage delivery, expectations, and outcomes.
- Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Manage multiple engagements and priorities effectively.
What You Will Bring
Essential:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in cyber or information security roles, with a focus on governance, risk, and compliance.
- Proven experience delivering ISO27001 implementations end-to-end, including audit readiness.
- Hands-on experience leading internal audits and supporting external audits.
- Strong, practical knowledge of ISO27001 and ISMS implementation.
- ISO27001 Lead Auditor certification.
- Experience in consulting or project-based environments, with strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Nice to Have:
- Experience delivering cyber incident exercising.
- Knowledge of additional frameworks such as:
- CAF (Cyber Assessment Framework)
- NIST Cyber Security Framework
- ISO22301 Lead Auditor certification (Business Continuity).
- ISO42001 Lead Auditor certification (AI Management Systems).
- Experience working in regulated or public sector environments.
- Eligibility for, or holding, UK Security Clearance (SC).
Why Join Instil?
At Instil, we believe great work starts with happy, motivated people. That’s why we’ve built a benefits package that supports your wellbeing, growth, and life outside of work, because when you thrive, so do we.
- Recognition That Matters: A discretionary annual performance bonus that rewards your impact and contribution to our success.
- Flexibility Built In: Flexible working arrangements and summer hours, because life isn’t 9 to 5, and balance matters.
- Financial Security: A highly competitive pension scheme with generous employer contributions, private healthcare, and life assurance for peace of mind.
- Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, cycle-to-work scheme, and regular social events to keep our culture vibrant.
- Time to Recharge: 35 days holiday, enhanced maternity pay, and family-first policies so you can focus on what matters most.
- Learning Never Stops: From courses to certifications, we’ll invest in your development so you can keep growing and shaping what’s next.
- Community & Culture: Opportunities to volunteer, give back, and be part of initiatives that make Instil a truly inclusive and connected workplace.
And that’s just the start, drop us a note to find out more.
Company Description
Instil has been delivering world-class software engineering and technology solutions for over 20 years, trusted by global brands to solve complex challenges and drive innovation. From modernising legacy systems to building cutting-edge applications, we help our clients navigate an ever-changing digital landscape with confidence and agility.
We’re proud to be an award-winning employer, reflecting how our people are at the heart of everything we do:
- Recognised as a Great Place to Work® for three consecutive years, and in 2024 ranked in the Top 20 Best Workplaces in the UK for medium-sized companies.
- Winner of Company of the Year at the Digital DNA Awards 2022, celebrating excellence in Northern Ireland’s tech sector.
Driven by a love for technology and a commitment to excellence, we bring together people who want to make a difference. We’ll support your journey, because your success is part of ours.
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