Consultant - Cyber Security (Penetration Tester)

  • RSM UK
  • Birmingham, Staffordshire
  • Aug 07, 2025
Full time I.T. & Communications

Job Description

Cyber Security Consultant (Assurance & Advisory)

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Consultant (Assurance & Advisory).

Make an Impact at RSM UK

At RSM, our consulting team brings together diverse advisory experts to deliver our six core solutions: business transformation, forensic, deal services, restructuring, finance function support, and risk and governance.

Our solutions are designed to address the unique needs, challenges, and opportunities our clients face as they strive to achieve their aspirations and organizational goals. Whether supporting global expansion, developing acquisition strategies, facilitating private equity investments, or collaborating with boards to manage risk and governance, our consulting experts work as one cohesive team. We prioritize simplicity, providing data-driven insights, value-added assurance, and high-quality execution to empower our clients in building sustainable, future-fit businesses.

It's an exciting time to join our consulting team, as we embark on ambitious growth plans that promise to create diverse career opportunities. We are committed to enhancing our six solutions, expanding and developing our team of expert consultants, embracing a digital-first approach, strengthening our global presence, and building strong client relationships.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Cyber Security Consultant to join our team. Working alongside our experienced team of specialists, you'll deliver offensive security services including digital footprint reconnaissance, social engineering, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments to high-profile clients across all industries.

The purpose of this role is to deliver our cyber security services across a broad range of assurance and advisory engagements to high-profile clients across all industries.

You will work on cyber risk and control assessments, develop cyber programs, and deliver offensive security services including vulnerability assessments and cyber incident response exercises.

You'll benefit from ongoing coaching, career mentoring, and support through our career pathway. You will have opportunities to develop market-leading skills across our capabilities and advance your professional development.

You will make an impact by:

  • Supporting technical scoping activities as part of client assignments.
  • Delivering fieldwork and preparing assignment reports.
  • Prioritizing and managing tasks to completion.
  • Staying current with the latest cyber-attacks and technology trends.

What we are looking for:

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you!

Our ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience delivering cyber security services.
  • Experience or performing cyber risk and control assessments.
  • Industry-recognized cyber security certifications (or working towards them).
  • Relevant experience in a cyber security role.
  • Knowledge of current technology trends and cyber threats.
  • A passion to continue your career and provide cyber services to clients.
  • Self-organization and effective time management skills.
  • Good written and oral communication skills, including report writing.
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

What we can offer you:

We recognize that our people are our most valuable assets. That's why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package to support your personal and professional fulfillment.

  • Hybrid working with weekly travel to your local office.
  • 25 days of holiday.
  • Wellbeing benefits including financial tools, electric car scheme, and virtual GP access.
  • Access to over 300 on-demand courses developed by our Talent Development team.

Role: Experienced hire, Permanent, Location: London, Closing date: 10/04/2025

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Working here

At RSM, every individual's unique insights and passions are valued. As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax, and consulting firms, we help middle-market organizations thrive. Our global network spans over 120 countries, united by a common goal: to help our clients move forward confidently.

We care about our people and tailor our approach to their needs beyond the nine-to-five. The UK RSM group operates as part of the independent RSM network, which practices in its own right. Read more about us.