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The subsequent analysis to quantify and lead risk mitigation plans\nWork with Service Management to ensure that partners and suppliers adhere to agreed standards, policies and verify/evidence appropriate compliance and security KPIs\nWork closely with 1st, 2nd and 3rd lines of defense on all matters relating to cyber security, information assurance, cyber risk, data privacy including regulatory and compliance considerations\nContribute to the development and enhancement of governance, risk and compliance aligned to policy, standards an industry good practice\nEnsure that continuous assessment, identification, analysis and reporting of useful metrics to enable informed risk-based decisions to be taken\nConstructively challenge established processes and controls to identify, recommend and facilitate continuous improvement, ensuring that all personnel (including senior stakeholders) understand their responsibilities in relation to security risk mitigation and remediation\nReview and verify that documentation relating to process and technical security controls are maintained#\nThrive as a consultant seeking the variety and challenge of engaging with different clients and variety of technologies and solution types.\nDeveloping security vulnerabilities and techniques for applying effective controls.\nContribute to the development of secure system without close supervision.\nContribute to security requirements for new systems or changes to existing systems without close supervision.\nExecute technical management tasks in respect to ongoing client projects.\nCHARACTERISTICS\n\nStrong teamwork skills and attention to detail.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nSelf-motivation and able to take responsibility.\nPersuasive communicator, using logic to win support and change views.\nWhat experience you'll bring:\nAwareness and understanding of industry security frameworks and guidance such as NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, NCSC CAF and other NCSC guidelines\nGood knowledge of networking (switching, routing, firewalls)\nAwareness or limited experience with the design concepts associated with adoption of Cloud platforms (AWS and/or Microsoft Azure)\nAn understanding of the native security capabilities and some practice within Cloud platforms (AWS and/or Microsoft Azure)\nUnderstanding of modern security concepts, common attack vectors, malware, security analytics and threat intelligence.\nA understanding of security testing and vulnerability management is important (including pen testing/ITHC, CVSS/CVE)\nSome experience working with security standards such as ISO 27001, 27002, 27017, 27108 etc\nIt would be great if you had;\nMinimum of 5 years of experience in Cyber Security\nAny One of the certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CRISC) or equivalent experience\nGood knowledge covering at least 2 of the following examples (this list is not exhaustive): AD, Cryptography, End User Computing, IAM, PKI, Server hardening, SIEM, SOAR, virtualization (VMware)Role\nThrive as a consultant seeking the variety and challenge of engaging with different clients and variety of technologies and solution types.\nDeveloping security vulnerabilities and techniques for applying effective controls.\nContribute to the development of secure system without close supervision.\nContribute to security requirements for new systems or changes to existing systems without close supervision.\nExecute technical management tasks in respect to ongoing client projects.\nSECURITY CLEARANCE\nPlease note that candidates must hold or be able to gain UK SC level Security Clearance or higher. Therefore, we can only accept applications from British Nationals who meet these criteria. Candidates with dual Nationality must flag this during the recruitment process.\nWho we are:\nAt NTT DATA, you have endless opportunities to think big, act bold and take ownership. As a $30+ billion business and technology services, AI and digital infrastructure leader, we co-innovate solutions with clients and partners globally for business and societal impact. Serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100, with experts in over 70 countries, we encourage experimentation and recognize great work. Proudly a Global Top Employer, NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion annually in R&D. Make this the place where you belong, learn, and build your network. Make this the place where you grow.\nwhat we'll offer you:\nWe offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensure that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.\nYou can find more information about NTT DATA UK & Ireland here: https://uk.nttdata.com/\nWe are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also a proud Disability Confident Committed Employer - we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us, during the application process, that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 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