Cyber Security Director

Cyber Security Director – UK Professional Services London / HybridGBP120,000 – GBP140,000 per annumCompany client is looking for a Cyber Security Director for a global professional services firm. The role is London / hybrid–based and pays between cGBP120,000 – GBP140,000 basic excluding package / extras.This hire will be a key addition to the firm's leadership team with a specific focus on growing the portfolio of cyber consulting services to pan–industry clients. Additionally, the role will also focus on identifying, developing, managing and delivering high–profile and complex Cyber Security engagements. The team sits in a broader Digital Risk service line; where neighboruing teams will focus on client challenges and issues around; IT risk, IT GRC, ERP, Cloud, IT & Internal Audit, Data Analytics, AI, Risk & Resilience.In this busy and rewarding role, you'll be responsible for: Developing opportunities to proposal stage Managing and delivery of cyber assessment engagements aligned to common security frameworks Supporting the Cyber Security leadership team to grow the consulting service line including developing junior members, formalising new services and assisting with growing awareness across internal and external networks Assisting with proposals and value propositions to deliver service to new and existing clients Collaborating with clients to understand their strategy to reduce cyber risk, identify areas where they may need additional support and help to gain leadership approval Managing budgets and key financial metrics for engagements, as well as completing administrative tasks on engagements An individual with a selection of the following attributes would be an ideal candidate for application: Demonstrable experience in leading a Cyber Security business within a UK Consulting group or equivilent. Demonstrable interest, training, experience or certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM) in Cyber Security Experience in managing, working with and developing large clients. Ability to build sustainable relationships and networks with team members and with clients Experience managing teams and a passion for supporting the development of self and others Strong analytical skills to recognise trends and themes in technical findings Strong communication skills (both written and oral) and first–rate interpersonal skills at all levels. Able to explain technological concepts and risks to non–technological audiences Ability to managed team performance and delivery within agreed timeframe, budgets and key financial metrics Strong presentation skills, specifically to senior stakeholders Experience delivering IT/cyber due diligences would be beneficial.