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About the Role

Methods is a leading digital transformation consultancy seeking a Principal Cyber Security Risk & Audit Consultant to join their growing team. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong background in cyber security, risk management, and internal audit, with experience across public and private sectors and management consultancy. Strong team building and leadership experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute cyber security audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
Develop and maintain risk management frameworks, aligning with best practices such as ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR.
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and mitigate cyber risks across digital and operational infrastructures.
Provide expert guidance on cyber risk governance, resilience, and assurance strategies.
Assess third-party risk management practices and conduct security audits on suppliers and partners.
Work closely with CISOs, IT, and compliance teams to drive a proactive security culture.
Report findings and recommendations to senior leadership, ensuring risk mitigation strategies are effectively implemented.

Requirements

Proven experience in cyber security risk management and audit, ideally within regulated industries.
Strong knowledge of security frameworks, including ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, and GDPR compliance.
Ability to conduct security assessments, risk analyses, and internal audits.
Familiarity with security tooling and governance platforms (e.g., SIEM, GRC platforms).
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must hold or achieve Security Clearance.
Candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard as part of the onboarding process.

Skills

Cyber security
Risk management
Internal audit
Management consultancy
Team building
Leadership
ISO 27001
NIST
GDPR
SIEM
GRC platforms

Location

UK-based

Work Type

Flexible Working
home working
part time

Experience Level

Principal

Education Level

ChCSP in the Audit and Assurance (specialism) – Chartered status with the UK Cyber Security Council (CSC)
PriCSP in the Audit and Assurance (specialism) – Principal level with the CSC, with a commitment to attaining Chartered status
CMIIA – Chartered Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors, with willingness to work towards ChCSP
CISA – ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor, with willingness to work towards ChCSP
QiCA – Institute of Internal Auditors Qualification in Computer Auditing, with willingness to work towards ChCSP
IRM Chartered Risk Manager certification
ISACA certifications such as CISM, CRISC, CGEIT
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

Benefits

Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
Strong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadership
A supportive and collaborative environment
Development – access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training
Wellness – 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme
Flexible Working – including home working and part time
Social – office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes
Time Off – 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 10 extra days each year
Volunteering – 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation
Pension – Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution
Discretionary Company Bonus – based on company and individual performance
Life Assurance – of 4 times base salary
Private Medical Insurance – which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
Worldwide Travel Insurance – which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
Travel – season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme

About the Company

Methods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK.
Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group, to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future.
Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - with people, technology, and data at the heart of who we are, we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet.
We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems.
At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them.
Predominantly focused on the public-sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio.
Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022.