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Cyber Security Consultant

Cyber Security Consultant

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London, United kingdom

Freelance

15-02-2026

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Communication Incident Response Risk Management Cloud Security

Job Specifications

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Consultant with a strong background supporting private equity firms and portfolio companies. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in assessing cyber risk across diverse environments, driving security uplift programmes, and advising investment teams through the deal lifecycle-from due diligence to post-acquisition value creation.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct cyber security due diligence on target companies, identifying risks, vulnerabilities, and required remediation.
Advise deal teams on cyber risk implications, potential cost exposures, and integration considerations.
Develop and execute post-acquisition security uplift plans across portfolio companies.
Perform maturity assessments aligned to recognised frameworks (eg, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS).
Provide guidance on governance, policies, controls, and regulatory requirements.
Support incident response readiness and lead investigations when required.
Communicate technical findings to non-technical executive stakeholders.
Required Experience & Skills
Proven experience working in or with private equity, investment firms, or financial services.
Strong background in cyber security consulting, risk management, and technical assessment.
Expertise in cloud security, networks, identity, data protection, and threat management.
Ability to build pragmatic, commercially aligned recommendations.
Strong stakeholder communication across executive and operational levels.
Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, or equivalent) preferred

About the Company

Welcome to the Third Party Risk Institute Ltd., where we empower professionals to excel in their careers and make informed decisions. Leading the way in TPRM, our company excels in delivering comprehensive certification programs, expert advisory services, and exclusive membership opportunities. As a leading authority in risk education and certifications, we provide you with the "gold-standard" knowledge and tools needed for unrivalled success. Our flagship offering, the Certified Third Party Risk Management Professional (C3... Know more