Senior Cybersecurity Consultant

About the role

We are looking for a Senior 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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
• 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.
• #LI-PR1 #InstilCareers

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