Senior Cybersecurity Consultant

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.

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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