Cybersecurity Analyst (SOC & GRC) – Project Consultant
Posted Today by BLUEGUARD CYBER & TECHNOLOGY LTD
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Summary: This role is for a Cybersecurity Analyst (SOC & GRC) – Project Consultant at Blueguard Cyber & Technology Ltd, focusing on enhancing security compliance for high-growth startups in the UK. The position involves monitoring security operations, analyzing malware threats, and developing governance frameworks while ensuring regulatory compliance. The consultant will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize security measures during client engagements. This is a contract-based, remote position aimed at supporting Fintech, Healthtech, and SaaS companies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor security operations and analyze malware threats.
- Provide risk management support and assist in developing governance frameworks.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and conduct security assessments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address cybersecurity risks.
- Optimize application and network security during client engagements.
Key Skills:
- Advanced knowledge of Network Security, Application Security, and Cybersecurity standards and practices.
- Proficiency in Malware Analysis and identifying potential threats.
- Strong Analytical Skills for data-driven threat assessment and risk management.
- Experience with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks and regulatory standards such as ISO 27001, GDPR, FCA, and NHS compliance.
- Ability to work effectively in a client-facing environment, providing strategic consultation and hands-on support.
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications such as SEC+, CYSA+, CISSP, CISM, or CEH are an advantage.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Manchester
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Company Description Blueguard Cyber & Technology Ltd specializes in transforming security compliance into a strategic advantage for high-growth startups in the UK. We help organizations navigate procurement audits to secure Tier-1 contracts, focusing on ISO 27001 readiness, regulatory compliance, and governance frameworks that meet enterprise needs. Our services include strategic cyber risk assessments, technology advisory, and human-centric security training to foster trust and build a strong security culture within teams. We primarily support Fintech, Healthtech, and SaaS companies in shortening sales cycles, reducing security objections, and achieving enterprise procurement readiness. Acting as an extension of our clients' teams, we develop tailored solutions for their growth and success.
Role Description This is a contract-based, remote role for a Cybersecurity Analyst (SOC & GRC) – Project Consultant. In this role, you will monitor security operations, analyze malware threats, and provide risk management support. You will assist in the development of governance frameworks, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and conduct security assessments. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and address cybersecurity risks, optimizing application and network security during client engagements.
Qualifications Advanced knowledge of Network Security, Application Security, and Cybersecurity standards and practices Proficiency in Malware Analysis and identifying potential threats Strong Analytical Skills for data-driven threat assessment and risk management Experience with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks and regulatory standards such as ISO 27001, GDPR, FCA, and NHS compliance Ability to work effectively in a client-facing environment, providing strategic consultation and hands-on support Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field Relevant certifications such as SEC+, CYSA+, CISSP, CISM, or CEH are an advantage