Cyber Essentials Consultant (with Penetration Testing)

Location: Hybrid – Sheffield

Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 DOE

Overview:

We are looking for a Cyber Essentials Consultant to join a growing cyber security function, supporting clients in achieving Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications. Reporting to the Penetration Testing Manager, this role will also include involvement in penetration testing engagements, offering a diverse and dynamic work environment ideal for someone looking to develop across both compliance and technical testing.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus assessments for a range of clients across sectors.

Support clients in understanding gaps in compliance and provide actionable remediation advice.

Contribute to the development and continual improvement of internal CE+ processes and documentation.

Collaborate with the Pen Test team on planning and scoping engagements.

Assist in delivering penetration tests under the supervision of the Penetration Testing Manager, depending on experience and certifications.

Produce clear, concise, and technically accurate reports for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Support the wider team in cyber risk assessments, technical audits, and consultancy as required.

Key Skills and Experience:

Experience delivering Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus audits.

Understanding of NCSC guidelines and IASME standards.

Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with clients.

Relevant certifications desirable: CE Assessor

Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment with a self-starter mindset.

What’s on Offer:

Flexible hybrid working with no mandatory office days

Access to internal and external training for career development (technical & compliance)

Work across a growing and well-respected consultancy team

Exposure to both compliance frameworks and hands-on security testing