NCSC Cyber Advisor (Cyber Essentials)

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential UK cybersecurity consultancy that provides advisory and assurance services to small and medium-sized organizations. Our client is expanding their associate panel of qualified cyber advisors to support practical implementation work across the UK.

This is a flexible, project-based associate role. You'll work on clearly scoped assignments with agreed timelines and day rates. Preparation can be done remotely, with client meetings and occasional site visits throughout the UK as needed.

Responsibilities

• Advise small and medium-sized organizations on practical implementation of Cyber Essentials controls
• Review technical scope including devices, cloud services, user access, firewalls, secure configuration, malware protection, and security updates
• Translate technical findings into clear, proportionate action plans for non-technical stakeholders
• Support clients through remediation planning and implementation evidence gathering
• Facilitate discovery calls, technical workshops, and progress reviews
• Produce concise written recommendations, action plans, and client documentation
• Maintain client confidentiality and follow established quality, security, and conflict management procedures
• Keep advisory work appropriately separated from certification decisions to maintain independence
• Stay current with scheme requirements and complete required inductions and updates
• Collaborate with assessment and assurance teams while preserving assessment independence

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Current Certificate of Competence in Cyber Essentials Implementation
• Based in the UK or Crown Dependencies
• Demonstrated practical experience helping SMEs implement Cyber Essentials controls
• Strong working knowledge of current Cyber Essentials requirements and common configurations (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Windows, macOS, mobile devices, firewalls, cloud platforms)
• Ability to explain technical risks and remediation steps in plain English to non-technical audiences
• Excellent client engagement, workshop facilitation, documentation, and project coordination skills
• Willing to provide qualification evidence before interview and complete any required onboarding
• Able to work as an associate contractor with flexibility for UK client site visits
• Clear understanding of confidentiality, data handling, and conflict of interest management

Desirable Qualifications:

• Cyber Essentials Assessor status
• Experience with Cyber Essentials Plus, vulnerability assessments, or technical audits
• Previous work through IASME Certification Bodies or Assured Service Providers
• Experience supporting regulated, public sector, or supply chain organizations

How We Work With You

Candidates apply through Get A Job.ai. Our talent team will conduct an initial screening to understand your qualifications and experience. We will then submit qualified candidates to our client for consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the client directly, as all communication will be managed through our recruitment process.

Each assignment comes with a written scope, clear timetable, and agreed day rate established before work begins. You'll have access to structured delivery templates, quality controls, and professional support from an experienced assurance team.

Pay

Compensation is determined per assignment based on scope and day rate agreement. Pay details will be discussed during the screening process.

Application Requirements

Please submit your CV along with a brief supporting statement that confirms:

• Your Certificate of Competence in Cyber Essentials Implementation and expiry date
• Your location within the UK or Crown Dependencies
• Two examples of practical Cyber Essentials implementation work you've completed
• Your availability for associate assignments and UK travel

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certificate evidence and references. Anonymized project summaries are appropriate at the application stage—do not send confidential client material.

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