Part-time Information Security Compliance Consultant

Role OverviewWe're looking for an experienced Information Security Compliance Consultant to join a purpose-driven organisation on a part-time basis. In this role, you'll take the lead in strengthening the organisation's security posture by driving forward incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance initiatives. You'll be a key player in embedding security best practices across the business and ensuring alignment with industry standards.Responsibilities

• Work 7-hour days, 3 days a week
• Act as a trusted advisor on information security matters, supporting projects, solution development, and change initiatives with expert guidance.
• Perform regular risk evaluations to uncover and address potential security gaps.
• Lead the end-to-end management of security incidents, ensuring swift and effective resolution.
• Design and deliver engaging training sessions to raise awareness and promote a security-first mindset across the organisation.
• Monitor the evolving threat landscape and develop proactive strategies to mitigate risks.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring readiness and compliance with relevant standards.
• Oversee the performance and strategic direction of the Security Operations Centre (SOC).
• Contribute to the development of a long-term security roadmap that supports the organisation's strategic goals.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with frameworks and certifications such as Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS.

What you'll need to succeed

• Willingness to work 7-hour days, 3 days a week
• Professional security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, OSCP) or equivalent experience with a commitment to achieving certification.
• A strong background in implementing and managing security controls across various technologies.
• Experience managing security platforms and maintaining robust security policies.
• Familiarity with SOC operations and vulnerability management practices.
• Knowledge of industry frameworks such as ISO 2700x, ITIL, and COBIT.
• A solid grasp of cloud and network infrastructure, along with current standards like OWASP, NIST, GDPR, NIS, and PCI-DSS.
• An understanding of diverse threat vectors and experience working with government security standards such as Cyber Essentials Plus.

What you'll get in return

• Guaranteed 3-Month contract
• £27.53 p/h via PAYE basic
• Fully remote working - if travel is needed it will be expensed
• Part-time

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