Senior Information Security Advisor

My client is looking for a Senior Information Security Advisor to deliver technical information security services to clients across Europe. This role focuses on improving client security posture through risk management, policy development, compliance assessments, and training. You will also support internal initiatives, mentor junior colleagues, and contribute to my clients security leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of information security services to clients, including risk identification, remediation, and compliance with regulatory and data protection standards.
• Develop, implement, and review security policies, frameworks, and operational procedures.
• Conduct ISMS assessments, internal audits, and compliance gap analyses against recognised standards.
• Advise on secure tool deployment, incident response procedures, and overall security posture enhancement.
• Design implementation paths for tools and controls tailored to client environments.
• Deliver client training sessions, awareness activities, and simulations.
• Produce executive-level reports and technical briefs for clients.
• Manage and develop client relationships with a focus on quality, trust, and long-term engagement.
• Provide mentorship, training, and where required, line management to junior members of the DCS team.
• Support recruitment, staff development, and internal capability-building initiatives.
• Escalate operational issues, support continuous service improvement, and assist with team development planning.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CEH, Security+, CCNA, Network+).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in cybersecurity or information security roles.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a managed services or client-facing environment.
• Minimum 2 years in a leadership or mentorship capacity.
• Track record of independently delivering and managing multiple information security projects.
• Experience building and maintaining compliance documentation and ISMS records.

Preferred

• Experience leading implementations with cross-functional teams in complex organisations.
• In-depth understanding of scaling security frameworks across various business sizes.
• Strong knowledge of GRC, ISO standards, and industry best practices.
• Experience in team development, internal training, and contributing to recruitment efforts.