Actica Consulting Limited is seeking a Consultant Solution/Technical Architect to support UK public sector and defence organizations on critical digital programmes. This role involves direct client engagement, defining solution architectures, and supporting critical ICT procurements. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in technical or solution architecture, with expertise in cloud platforms, networking, and security principles. The position offers a flexible hybrid work model, with opportunities for remote and on-site collaboration.
17/06/2026
Full time
Actica Consulting Limited is seeking a Consultant Solution/Technical Architect to support UK public sector and defence organizations on critical digital programmes. This role involves direct client engagement, defining solution architectures, and supporting critical ICT procurements. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in technical or solution architecture, with expertise in cloud platforms, networking, and security principles. The position offers a flexible hybrid work model, with opportunities for remote and on-site collaboration.
Actica Consulting Limited is hiring a Security Architect to engage with UK public sector organizations and ensure the security of critical projects. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in security architecture, engage with clients to assess risks, and define security frameworks. Required qualifications include at least one relevant certification. This permanent position offers a hybrid working model and valuable career development opportunities.
15/06/2026
Full time
Actica Consulting Limited is hiring a Security Architect to engage with UK public sector organizations and ensure the security of critical projects. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in security architecture, engage with clients to assess risks, and define security frameworks. Required qualifications include at least one relevant certification. This permanent position offers a hybrid working model and valuable career development opportunities.
Actica Consulting Limited is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Consultant to provide support to high-profile UK public sector organizations. You will identify and analyze information risks, develop security documentation, and deliver major system procurements. The role requires strong communication skills, a good understanding of ICT systems, and eligibility for UK Government Security Clearance. A hybrid working model is offered, allowing flexible work between home and office in Guildford.
03/06/2026
Full time
Actica Consulting Limited is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Consultant to provide support to high-profile UK public sector organizations. You will identify and analyze information risks, develop security documentation, and deliver major system procurements. The role requires strong communication skills, a good understanding of ICT systems, and eligibility for UK Government Security Clearance. A hybrid working model is offered, allowing flexible work between home and office in Guildford.
Security Architect Department: Consultancy Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: United Kingdom / Hybrid Description As a Security Architect at Actica, you will have the opportunity to provide support to a wide range of high-profile UK public sector and defence organisations. You will help ensure the security of nationally critical projects that make a real difference to people's everyday lives. You will provide consultancy to UK public sector and defence organisations to help them protect their systems and data whilst ensuring they meet the needs of their users. You will analyse threats, develop security solutions and ensure that security is embedded in delivery and operation. You will also research and assess new or unfamiliar technologies to identify security benefits and potential weaknesses. Our position as a client side advisor means that this role requires significant stakeholder engagement, dealing directly with the client, including in resolving day day issues involved in assignment delivery and developing follow on opportunities, so excellent interpersonal and influencing skills are essential. You will produce high quality formal deliverables, sometimes to challenging timescales. Key Responsibilities Direct engagement with clients to understand their cyber security threats, risk appetite and constraints. Identifying security risks and appropriate countermeasures. Working with solution architects and risk advisors to define and document an appropriate security architecture to meet the business need and address the cyber security threats. Selecting appropriate security controls and allocating them to solution components. Providing assurance to ensure that solutions address the cyber security threats. Supporting production of cyber security policy and processes. Supporting client procurements, including developing security requirements and evaluating options. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise A track record in security architecture for digital projects or programmes is essential, with experience within the Defence and / or UK Public Sector being desirable. You must hold at least one security architecture relevant qualification (e.g. a relevant degree, CISSP etc.). The fast changing nature of the ICT environment together with the need to resource multiple, ad hoc assignments also requires the individual to be intellectually agile, proactive and self motivated - with the ability to apply a structured approach to often unfamiliar subject matter. A broad experience of cyber security is highly desirable, including: Threat modelling and risk management. Security architecture principles and frameworks (e.g., Zero Trust, SABSA, TOGAF, NIST) Public and private clouds. Network security, identity, credential and access management (ICAM), encryption, and endpoint security. Application security for Software as a Service (SaaS), COTS applications and bespoke software. Software Development Lifecycles including SecDevOps and CI/CD pipelines Operational Technology. Operating at multiple classifications (Official, Secret and Top Secret) and the security of cross domain solutions. You may not feel that your skills precisely match the requirements of this job specification; however, we encourage you to apply if this is a role that appeals to you. We require individuals with a broad skillset, so there may be other aspects of your experience which are equally important to us, but that are perhaps not listed in the role specification above. Candidates must be eligible and willing to gain UK Security Clearance to apply for this position. Career Development You will be given the opportunity to further your career in consulting, specialising in the application of a broad range of methodologies and technical specialisations to a wide range of business problems. A Mentor will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout your journey with Actica. You will also work with a Performance and Development Manager, often outside of your project line of control, who will conduct regular reviews based on project feedback to set career objectives and identify training courses which are both relevant to your current project work, and aligned with your planned career progression. We provide substantial training, including online, classroom and in house courses, leading to nationally recognised qualifications in areas such as Security Assurance, Security Architecture, Governance, Agile Methodologies, Project Management, Business Analysis, and Enterprise Architecture. Diversity and Inclusion Actica aims to nurture a diverse workforce through inclusive working practices, promoting equality in our recruitment activities, and by employing candidates on the basis of merit. Discrimination against individuals on the grounds of protected characteristics is not permitted and we take steps to ensure that our staff are made aware of their legal responsibilities when making hiring decisions. Benefits We offer a competitive suite of benefits.
31/05/2026
Full time
Security Architect Department: Consultancy Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: United Kingdom / Hybrid Description As a Security Architect at Actica, you will have the opportunity to provide support to a wide range of high-profile UK public sector and defence organisations. You will help ensure the security of nationally critical projects that make a real difference to people's everyday lives. You will provide consultancy to UK public sector and defence organisations to help them protect their systems and data whilst ensuring they meet the needs of their users. You will analyse threats, develop security solutions and ensure that security is embedded in delivery and operation. You will also research and assess new or unfamiliar technologies to identify security benefits and potential weaknesses. Our position as a client side advisor means that this role requires significant stakeholder engagement, dealing directly with the client, including in resolving day day issues involved in assignment delivery and developing follow on opportunities, so excellent interpersonal and influencing skills are essential. You will produce high quality formal deliverables, sometimes to challenging timescales. Key Responsibilities Direct engagement with clients to understand their cyber security threats, risk appetite and constraints. Identifying security risks and appropriate countermeasures. Working with solution architects and risk advisors to define and document an appropriate security architecture to meet the business need and address the cyber security threats. Selecting appropriate security controls and allocating them to solution components. Providing assurance to ensure that solutions address the cyber security threats. Supporting production of cyber security policy and processes. Supporting client procurements, including developing security requirements and evaluating options. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise A track record in security architecture for digital projects or programmes is essential, with experience within the Defence and / or UK Public Sector being desirable. You must hold at least one security architecture relevant qualification (e.g. a relevant degree, CISSP etc.). The fast changing nature of the ICT environment together with the need to resource multiple, ad hoc assignments also requires the individual to be intellectually agile, proactive and self motivated - with the ability to apply a structured approach to often unfamiliar subject matter. A broad experience of cyber security is highly desirable, including: Threat modelling and risk management. Security architecture principles and frameworks (e.g., Zero Trust, SABSA, TOGAF, NIST) Public and private clouds. Network security, identity, credential and access management (ICAM), encryption, and endpoint security. Application security for Software as a Service (SaaS), COTS applications and bespoke software. Software Development Lifecycles including SecDevOps and CI/CD pipelines Operational Technology. Operating at multiple classifications (Official, Secret and Top Secret) and the security of cross domain solutions. You may not feel that your skills precisely match the requirements of this job specification; however, we encourage you to apply if this is a role that appeals to you. We require individuals with a broad skillset, so there may be other aspects of your experience which are equally important to us, but that are perhaps not listed in the role specification above. Candidates must be eligible and willing to gain UK Security Clearance to apply for this position. Career Development You will be given the opportunity to further your career in consulting, specialising in the application of a broad range of methodologies and technical specialisations to a wide range of business problems. A Mentor will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout your journey with Actica. You will also work with a Performance and Development Manager, often outside of your project line of control, who will conduct regular reviews based on project feedback to set career objectives and identify training courses which are both relevant to your current project work, and aligned with your planned career progression. We provide substantial training, including online, classroom and in house courses, leading to nationally recognised qualifications in areas such as Security Assurance, Security Architecture, Governance, Agile Methodologies, Project Management, Business Analysis, and Enterprise Architecture. Diversity and Inclusion Actica aims to nurture a diverse workforce through inclusive working practices, promoting equality in our recruitment activities, and by employing candidates on the basis of merit. Discrimination against individuals on the grounds of protected characteristics is not permitted and we take steps to ensure that our staff are made aware of their legal responsibilities when making hiring decisions. Benefits We offer a competitive suite of benefits.
Consultant Solution/Technical Architect Department: Consultancy Employment Type: Full Time Location: United Kingdom / Hybrid Description The Consultant Solution / Technical Architect role provides an opportunity to support a wide range of UK public sector and defence organisations on nationally critical digital programmes. You will provide consultancy to UK public sector and defence organisations to help them get maximum benefit from their ICT investments. You will analyse and develop solution and technical architectures based on the needs of the customer, including the associated technologies and operational processes. You will also research and assess new or unfamiliar technologies developments and routes to exploit these in support of our customers. Our position as a client-side advisor means that this role requires significant stakeholder engagement, dealing directly with the client, including in resolving day day issues involved in assignment delivery and developing follow on opportunities, so excellent interpersonal and influencing skills are essential. You will produce high quality formal deliverables, sometimes to challenging timescales. Key Responsibilities Direct engagement with clients to understand their business drivers, requirements and constraints. Defining end to end solution architectures including Business, Information/Data, Applications and Infrastructure views. Development of solutions and product investigation/selection and supporting implementation in critical national infrastructure projects. Supporting large ICT procurements, including developing technical requirements and evaluating options. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Essential A track record in technical or solution architecture for digital projects or programmes is essential. The fast changing nature of the ICT environment together with the need to resource multiple, ad hoc assignments also requires the individual to be intellectually agile, proactive and self motivated - with the ability to apply a structured approach to often unfamiliar subject matter. Desirable Experience working on Digital or ICT programmes within the Defence and / or UK Public Sector. Solution Architecture development and review using industry standard frameworks or modelling standards (e.g. TOGAF, Archimate language) and tooling (such as BizzDesign, SparxEA or Archi). Experience with two or more of the following Cloud Platforms: Understanding of Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Oracle Cloud, or VMware VCF (with ability to design cloud native or hybrid solutions). Suitable qualifications might include Cisco CCNP, Amazon Web Services Solution Architect, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, Google Associate Cloud Engineer, VMware Certified Professional. A solid foundation in infrastructure. Understanding networking, integration of software defined networking within cloud, storage, virtualization, and server technologies such as Cisco, Dell, Palo Alto Integration & APIs: REST, event driven architectures, message brokers, API gateways. Data: data models, data flows, data governance, analytical platforms. Security: familiarity with NCSC and cloud security principles, identity & access management, zero trust, data protection and regulatory compliance. The nature of Actica's business means that a wide and varied background is preferable and the capability to adapt quickly to change is always required. While Guildford is our home base, consultants typically spend their time working remotely. For most clients, consultants spend 2 3 days working remotely and 2 3 days co located with colleagues at a client's site or our office in Guildford. For some projects, there will be a requirement to work up to 5 days a week co located with colleagues. All work is team based, with a high level of engagement with other Actica and client team members. Candidates must be eligible and willing to gain UK Security Clearance to apply for this position.
31/05/2026
Full time
Consultant Solution/Technical Architect Department: Consultancy Employment Type: Full Time Location: United Kingdom / Hybrid Description The Consultant Solution / Technical Architect role provides an opportunity to support a wide range of UK public sector and defence organisations on nationally critical digital programmes. You will provide consultancy to UK public sector and defence organisations to help them get maximum benefit from their ICT investments. You will analyse and develop solution and technical architectures based on the needs of the customer, including the associated technologies and operational processes. You will also research and assess new or unfamiliar technologies developments and routes to exploit these in support of our customers. Our position as a client-side advisor means that this role requires significant stakeholder engagement, dealing directly with the client, including in resolving day day issues involved in assignment delivery and developing follow on opportunities, so excellent interpersonal and influencing skills are essential. You will produce high quality formal deliverables, sometimes to challenging timescales. Key Responsibilities Direct engagement with clients to understand their business drivers, requirements and constraints. Defining end to end solution architectures including Business, Information/Data, Applications and Infrastructure views. Development of solutions and product investigation/selection and supporting implementation in critical national infrastructure projects. Supporting large ICT procurements, including developing technical requirements and evaluating options. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Essential A track record in technical or solution architecture for digital projects or programmes is essential. The fast changing nature of the ICT environment together with the need to resource multiple, ad hoc assignments also requires the individual to be intellectually agile, proactive and self motivated - with the ability to apply a structured approach to often unfamiliar subject matter. Desirable Experience working on Digital or ICT programmes within the Defence and / or UK Public Sector. Solution Architecture development and review using industry standard frameworks or modelling standards (e.g. TOGAF, Archimate language) and tooling (such as BizzDesign, SparxEA or Archi). Experience with two or more of the following Cloud Platforms: Understanding of Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Oracle Cloud, or VMware VCF (with ability to design cloud native or hybrid solutions). Suitable qualifications might include Cisco CCNP, Amazon Web Services Solution Architect, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, Google Associate Cloud Engineer, VMware Certified Professional. A solid foundation in infrastructure. Understanding networking, integration of software defined networking within cloud, storage, virtualization, and server technologies such as Cisco, Dell, Palo Alto Integration & APIs: REST, event driven architectures, message brokers, API gateways. Data: data models, data flows, data governance, analytical platforms. Security: familiarity with NCSC and cloud security principles, identity & access management, zero trust, data protection and regulatory compliance. The nature of Actica's business means that a wide and varied background is preferable and the capability to adapt quickly to change is always required. While Guildford is our home base, consultants typically spend their time working remotely. For most clients, consultants spend 2 3 days working remotely and 2 3 days co located with colleagues at a client's site or our office in Guildford. For some projects, there will be a requirement to work up to 5 days a week co located with colleagues. All work is team based, with a high level of engagement with other Actica and client team members. Candidates must be eligible and willing to gain UK Security Clearance to apply for this position.
Business Solutions Architect (Consultant) Department: Consultancy Employment Type: Full Time Location: London Reporting To: Rob Hawtin Description As a Business Solutions Architect at Actica, you will have the opportunity to provide support to a wide range of high-profile UK public sector and defence organisations. Your help will enable them to get the maximum benefit from their technology investments, and in doing so play a key role in nationally critical projects which make a real difference to people's everyday lives. You will use your architecture skills across a range of consulting projects and clients to provide high-value strategy, business analysis, technology and procurement consultancy to ensure any solution aligns with business strategy and aspirations. With expertise in using architectural practices across business and solution domains to enable large, complex businesses to plan, design and implement transformation programmes and projects, you will help clients to make informed decisions that provide real benefit. Candidates must be eligible and willing to gain high level UK Security Clearance to apply for this position. Key Responsibilities Working either individually or as part of a larger Actica team, you will undertake a number of consultancy assignments, which could include: Providing architecture services in complex transformation programmes to enable alignment and drive coherent delivery based on value streams; Developing baseline and transition architectures to support the client's strategic and/or implementation planning of ICT services within a business change programme; Developing architecture views to describe all aspects of a client's organisation, such as its business, applications and data architecture; Developing and assuring high-level solution designs. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise The following attributes and areas of experience are essential for this role: Experience in using enterprise or business architecture frameworks and practices such as TOGAF to enable a large, complex business to plan, deliver and govern change; Experience producing architecture documentation, such as options assessments, suitable to engage business stakeholders in both informal and formal governance settings; A flexible, consulting mindset. The fast-moving nature of the ICT environment, together with the need to resource multiple, ad-hoc assignments, requires our consultants to be quick thinkers, proactive and self-motivated and have the ability to apply a structured approach to often unfamiliar subject matter; Excellent interpersonal, presentation and written communication skills. The following desirable attributes and areas of experience will make you particularly suited to this role with Actica: Experience in the public sector, defence or financial services, preferably within the ICT context on enterprise solutions; Consulting experience in the public sector or defence; Architectural expertise in one or more of business, solutions or service architecture domains. Almost all of our roles require a high degree of technical skill. That being said, we are consultants and therefore a wide and varied background is preferable as the capability to adapt quickly to change is often required. You might not feel that your skills precisely match the requirements of this job specification; however, we encourage you to apply if this is a role that appeals to you. We require individuals with a broad skillset, so there may be other aspects of your experience which are equally important to us, but that are perhaps not listed in this specific role specification. All candidates must be eligible and willing to gain UK Security Clearance to apply for this position. Career Development You will be given the opportunity to further your career in consulting, specialising in the application of a broad range of methodologies and technical specialisations to a wide range of business problems. A career mentor will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout your journey with Actica. You will also work with a performance and development manager who will conduct reviews with you to set career objectives and identify appropriate training courses should these be needed. About Actica Actica Consulting is a growing digital consultancy that works on some of the most nationally critical technology projects. We specialise in delivering complex projects to limited timescales. Our customers include a wide range of public sector organisations; such as, the Home Office, the Ministry of Defence, HM Treasury, the Ministry of Justice, Police Forces, Fire Services and the NHS. We are a digital consultancy, working primarily for the UK Public Sector and Critical National Infrastructure organisations. Fundamentally our work is focused on making our clients more efficient, effective and secure. We aim to nurture a diverse workforce through inclusive working practices, promoting equality in our recruitment activities, and by employing candidates on the basis of merit. We are keen to continue to improve diversity within our organisation and the industries in which we work, and hope to employ individuals who share that view. Working Arrangements Hybrid working model, with an office base in Guildford, Surrey and access to our other offices in London, Swindon and Cheltenham. Typical working week might involve 2-3 days working at clients' premises or other locations and the remainder at home or at one of our offices. Some projects may require up to 5 days per week on-site with colleagues. The practicalities of some project work means that individuals may need to stay away from home during the working week. Team-based project environment with opportunities to participate in internal initiatives. Benefits 25 days of paid leave per annum plus 8 UK bank holidays Participation in a discretionary bonus scheme Participation in our stakeholder pension scheme Participation in cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Electric Car leasing Scheme
30/05/2026
Full time
Business Solutions Architect (Consultant) Department: Consultancy Employment Type: Full Time Location: London Reporting To: Rob Hawtin Description As a Business Solutions Architect at Actica, you will have the opportunity to provide support to a wide range of high-profile UK public sector and defence organisations. Your help will enable them to get the maximum benefit from their technology investments, and in doing so play a key role in nationally critical projects which make a real difference to people's everyday lives. You will use your architecture skills across a range of consulting projects and clients to provide high-value strategy, business analysis, technology and procurement consultancy to ensure any solution aligns with business strategy and aspirations. With expertise in using architectural practices across business and solution domains to enable large, complex businesses to plan, design and implement transformation programmes and projects, you will help clients to make informed decisions that provide real benefit. Candidates must be eligible and willing to gain high level UK Security Clearance to apply for this position. Key Responsibilities Working either individually or as part of a larger Actica team, you will undertake a number of consultancy assignments, which could include: Providing architecture services in complex transformation programmes to enable alignment and drive coherent delivery based on value streams; Developing baseline and transition architectures to support the client's strategic and/or implementation planning of ICT services within a business change programme; Developing architecture views to describe all aspects of a client's organisation, such as its business, applications and data architecture; Developing and assuring high-level solution designs. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise The following attributes and areas of experience are essential for this role: Experience in using enterprise or business architecture frameworks and practices such as TOGAF to enable a large, complex business to plan, deliver and govern change; Experience producing architecture documentation, such as options assessments, suitable to engage business stakeholders in both informal and formal governance settings; A flexible, consulting mindset. The fast-moving nature of the ICT environment, together with the need to resource multiple, ad-hoc assignments, requires our consultants to be quick thinkers, proactive and self-motivated and have the ability to apply a structured approach to often unfamiliar subject matter; Excellent interpersonal, presentation and written communication skills. The following desirable attributes and areas of experience will make you particularly suited to this role with Actica: Experience in the public sector, defence or financial services, preferably within the ICT context on enterprise solutions; Consulting experience in the public sector or defence; Architectural expertise in one or more of business, solutions or service architecture domains. Almost all of our roles require a high degree of technical skill. That being said, we are consultants and therefore a wide and varied background is preferable as the capability to adapt quickly to change is often required. You might not feel that your skills precisely match the requirements of this job specification; however, we encourage you to apply if this is a role that appeals to you. We require individuals with a broad skillset, so there may be other aspects of your experience which are equally important to us, but that are perhaps not listed in this specific role specification. All candidates must be eligible and willing to gain UK Security Clearance to apply for this position. Career Development You will be given the opportunity to further your career in consulting, specialising in the application of a broad range of methodologies and technical specialisations to a wide range of business problems. A career mentor will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout your journey with Actica. You will also work with a performance and development manager who will conduct reviews with you to set career objectives and identify appropriate training courses should these be needed. About Actica Actica Consulting is a growing digital consultancy that works on some of the most nationally critical technology projects. We specialise in delivering complex projects to limited timescales. Our customers include a wide range of public sector organisations; such as, the Home Office, the Ministry of Defence, HM Treasury, the Ministry of Justice, Police Forces, Fire Services and the NHS. We are a digital consultancy, working primarily for the UK Public Sector and Critical National Infrastructure organisations. Fundamentally our work is focused on making our clients more efficient, effective and secure. We aim to nurture a diverse workforce through inclusive working practices, promoting equality in our recruitment activities, and by employing candidates on the basis of merit. We are keen to continue to improve diversity within our organisation and the industries in which we work, and hope to employ individuals who share that view. Working Arrangements Hybrid working model, with an office base in Guildford, Surrey and access to our other offices in London, Swindon and Cheltenham. Typical working week might involve 2-3 days working at clients' premises or other locations and the remainder at home or at one of our offices. Some projects may require up to 5 days per week on-site with colleagues. The practicalities of some project work means that individuals may need to stay away from home during the working week. Team-based project environment with opportunities to participate in internal initiatives. Benefits 25 days of paid leave per annum plus 8 UK bank holidays Participation in a discretionary bonus scheme Participation in our stakeholder pension scheme Participation in cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Electric Car leasing Scheme
Actica Consulting Limited is seeking a Business Solutions Architect (Consultant) to support high-profile public sector and defence organisations in the UK. This role involves providing architecture consultancy across various projects, enhancing technology investment returns. Candidates must be eligible to gain UK Security Clearance and possess skills in enterprise architecture frameworks and documentation. The position offers a hybrid working model, with benefits including 25 days of paid leave, pension scheme participation, and employee assistance programs.
30/05/2026
Full time
Actica Consulting Limited is seeking a Business Solutions Architect (Consultant) to support high-profile public sector and defence organisations in the UK. This role involves providing architecture consultancy across various projects, enhancing technology investment returns. Candidates must be eligible to gain UK Security Clearance and possess skills in enterprise architecture frameworks and documentation. The position offers a hybrid working model, with benefits including 25 days of paid leave, pension scheme participation, and employee assistance programs.
Senior Cyber Security Consultant Department: Consultancy Employment Type: Full Time Location: United Kingdom / Remote Description As a Senior Cyber Security Consultant at Actica, you will provide support to a wide range of high-profile UK public sector, critical national infrastructure and defence organisations. Your help will protect their ICT investments and play a key role in nationally critical projects that make a real difference to people's everyday lives. We are a National Cyber Security Centre Assured Cyber Security Consultancy. Locations: London, Guildford, Bristol, M4 corridor Roles and Responsibilities Working either individually or as part of a larger Actica team, you will undertake a number of varying consultancy assignments. Due to the potential variety in assignments your responsibilities may well depend on your own breadth of experience. Providing security expertise for major system procurements and Agile programmes. Identifying, analysing and evaluating information risks across a range of programmes, projects and systems. Explaining to risk owners and other stakeholders the causes, likelihood and potential business impacts of information risks throughout the information system lifecycle. Authoring and/or supporting the development of security assurance documentation in accordance with risk management frameworks. Developing or reviewing new security architectures that mitigate the risks posed by new technologies and business practices. Scoping security testing activities, and explaining the results and required remediation. Your level of experience will determine the amount or responsibility given to you, and you may also have the opportunity to lead assignments and supervise direct reports while ensuring the overall success of the engagement. You will undertake a variety of roles throughout the project lifecycle, working across a wide-ranging set of clients and cutting-edge technologies. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise It is essential that you have the following experience: Experience of complex ICT systems in a technical delivery or consulting capacity. Good understanding of enterprise information and communications technology. Ability to present and justify conclusions to project teams and business stakeholders. Proven abilities in delivering to client expectations and requirements. Strong verbal and written communications skills. Knowledge of or a desire to learn more about the following would be beneficial for the role: Experience in the UK Defence, Critical National Infrastructure and Public Sectors, particularly in ICT and enterprise solutions. Structured security frameworks, such as HMG SPF and ISO27001. Security, technical and enterprise architecture methods such as TOGAF and SABSA. Technical risk assessments. Enterprise security packages. Software development and delivery. ICT service delivery, including ITIL. Must be eligible and willing to obtain UK Government Security Clearance. Key Attributes for Success Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, including resolving issues and identifying new opportunities. Strong interpersonal and influencing skills. Adaptability to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Working Arrangements Hybrid working model, with an office base in Guildford, Surrey and access to our other offices in London, Swindon and Cheltenham. Typical working week might involve 2-3 days working at clients' premises or other locations and the remainder at home or one of our offices. Some projects may require up to 5 days per week on site with colleagues. The practicalities of some project work mean that individuals may need to stay away from home during the working week. Team based project environment with opportunities to participate in internal initiatives. Career Development You will have the opportunity to further your career in consulting, specialising in the application of information assurance and cyber security expertise to a wide range of business problems. We provide substantial training leading to nationally recognised certifications, such as chartered or principal status with the UK Cyber Security Council, or certifications such as CompTIA, NIST, PCiIAA, CISMP, CISSP, CREST, ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, SABSA, and TOGAF. A Mentor will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout your journey with Actica. You will also work with a Performance and Development Manager, often outside of your project line of control, who will conduct regular reviews based on project feedback to set career objectives and identify training courses that are both relevant to your current project work and aligned with your planned career progression. Our Commitment to Diversity Actica aims to nurture a diverse workforce through inclusive working practices, promoting equality in our recruitment activities, and employing candidates on the basis of merit. Discrimination against individuals on the grounds of protected characteristics is not permitted and we take steps to ensure that our staff are made aware of their legal responsibilities when making hiring decisions. We offer a competitive suite of benefits.
29/05/2026
Full time
Senior Cyber Security Consultant Department: Consultancy Employment Type: Full Time Location: United Kingdom / Remote Description As a Senior Cyber Security Consultant at Actica, you will provide support to a wide range of high-profile UK public sector, critical national infrastructure and defence organisations. Your help will protect their ICT investments and play a key role in nationally critical projects that make a real difference to people's everyday lives. We are a National Cyber Security Centre Assured Cyber Security Consultancy. Locations: London, Guildford, Bristol, M4 corridor Roles and Responsibilities Working either individually or as part of a larger Actica team, you will undertake a number of varying consultancy assignments. Due to the potential variety in assignments your responsibilities may well depend on your own breadth of experience. Providing security expertise for major system procurements and Agile programmes. Identifying, analysing and evaluating information risks across a range of programmes, projects and systems. Explaining to risk owners and other stakeholders the causes, likelihood and potential business impacts of information risks throughout the information system lifecycle. Authoring and/or supporting the development of security assurance documentation in accordance with risk management frameworks. Developing or reviewing new security architectures that mitigate the risks posed by new technologies and business practices. Scoping security testing activities, and explaining the results and required remediation. Your level of experience will determine the amount or responsibility given to you, and you may also have the opportunity to lead assignments and supervise direct reports while ensuring the overall success of the engagement. You will undertake a variety of roles throughout the project lifecycle, working across a wide-ranging set of clients and cutting-edge technologies. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise It is essential that you have the following experience: Experience of complex ICT systems in a technical delivery or consulting capacity. Good understanding of enterprise information and communications technology. Ability to present and justify conclusions to project teams and business stakeholders. Proven abilities in delivering to client expectations and requirements. Strong verbal and written communications skills. Knowledge of or a desire to learn more about the following would be beneficial for the role: Experience in the UK Defence, Critical National Infrastructure and Public Sectors, particularly in ICT and enterprise solutions. Structured security frameworks, such as HMG SPF and ISO27001. Security, technical and enterprise architecture methods such as TOGAF and SABSA. Technical risk assessments. Enterprise security packages. Software development and delivery. ICT service delivery, including ITIL. Must be eligible and willing to obtain UK Government Security Clearance. Key Attributes for Success Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, including resolving issues and identifying new opportunities. Strong interpersonal and influencing skills. Adaptability to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Working Arrangements Hybrid working model, with an office base in Guildford, Surrey and access to our other offices in London, Swindon and Cheltenham. Typical working week might involve 2-3 days working at clients' premises or other locations and the remainder at home or one of our offices. Some projects may require up to 5 days per week on site with colleagues. The practicalities of some project work mean that individuals may need to stay away from home during the working week. Team based project environment with opportunities to participate in internal initiatives. Career Development You will have the opportunity to further your career in consulting, specialising in the application of information assurance and cyber security expertise to a wide range of business problems. We provide substantial training leading to nationally recognised certifications, such as chartered or principal status with the UK Cyber Security Council, or certifications such as CompTIA, NIST, PCiIAA, CISMP, CISSP, CREST, ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, SABSA, and TOGAF. A Mentor will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout your journey with Actica. You will also work with a Performance and Development Manager, often outside of your project line of control, who will conduct regular reviews based on project feedback to set career objectives and identify training courses that are both relevant to your current project work and aligned with your planned career progression. Our Commitment to Diversity Actica aims to nurture a diverse workforce through inclusive working practices, promoting equality in our recruitment activities, and employing candidates on the basis of merit. Discrimination against individuals on the grounds of protected characteristics is not permitted and we take steps to ensure that our staff are made aware of their legal responsibilities when making hiring decisions. We offer a competitive suite of benefits.
Lead Cyber Security Consultant Department: Consultancy Employment Type: Full Time Location: United Kingdom / Remote Description As a Lead Cyber Security Consultant at Actica Consulting, you will have the opportunity to lead multiple, small Actica teams in their support to a wide range of high-profile UK public sector and defence organisations. Your help enables our customers to protect their ICT investments, and in doing so you will play a key role in nationally critical projects which make a real difference to people's everyday lives. You will be joining an established business practice with multiple in-flight projects and a continued demand for our services. This role will be responsible for the outputs of several small Actica teams, engaging senior customer stakeholders, supporting Actica personnel in the execution of their roles, supporting the mentoring and development of staff as well as growing the business through engaging with our established customer base and seeking new opportunities. Projects require the skills and experience to: Provide advice and guidance on Information Assurance topics Develop IA strategies, policies, guidance and awareness Plan and manage the delivery of a security work programme Define security requirements Design and implement security architectures Oversee the secure development and accreditation of information systems. Our position as both client-side advisor and at times working with industry delivery teams means that your role will involve significant stakeholder engagement, dealing directly with the client, including in resolving day day issues involved in assignment delivery and developing follow on opportunities, so excellent interpersonal and influencing skills are essential. Locations: London, Guildford, Bristol, M4 corridor Roles and Responsibilities Leading one or more Actica teams, you will undertake a number of varying consultancy assignments. Due to the potential variety in assignments your responsibilities will range from developing security architectures, to providing guidance on GRC activities. Other responsibilities will include: Providing security expertise for major system procurements and Agile programmes to ensure secure delivery; Identifying, analysing and evaluating information risks across a range of programmes, projects and systems; Explaining to risk owners the causes, likelihood and potential business impacts of information risks; Identifying and presenting options for treating or transferring information risks; Authoring and/or supporting the development of security assurance documentation; Developing or reviewing new security architectures; Scoping security testing activities, and explaining the results and required remediation. As part of the management team for the security practice your responsibilities will also include: Managing the delivery of security services by Actica teams across several live projects; Working with our client side customers to manage contract delivery; Working with our industry side customers to develop compelling, winning proposals and ultimately deliver projects into UK Defence or Public Sector; Coach, mentor and help develop junior Actica staff. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise The following attributes and areas of experience will make you particularly suited to this role with Actica: Experience of complex ICT systems security in a technical delivery or consulting capacity in the UK Defence sector or Public Sector; The ability to present and justify conclusions to project teams and business stakeholders; Proven abilities in delivering to client expectations and requirements; and Strong verbal and written communications skills. Knowledge of the following is highly desirable for the role: Structured security frameworks, such as HMG SPF and ISO27001; Security, technical and enterprise architecture methods such as TOGAF and SABSA; Technical risk assessments; Software development methods and techniques e.g. Agile methods such as SCRUM; Enterprise security packages, security enforcing software and devices, such as identity management and federation, cryptography, public key infrastructure, firewalls, SIEM, vulnerability scanning, etc. Additional Requirements: Must be eligible and willing to obtain UK Government Security Clearance. Key Attributes for Success: Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, including resolving issues and identifying new opportunities. Strong interpersonal and influencing skills. Adaptability to a fast paced, ever changing environment. Working Arrangements: Hybrid working model, with an office base in Guildford, Surrey and access to our other offices in London, Swindon and Cheltenham. Typical working week might involve 2-3 days working at clients' premises or other locations and the remainder at home or at one of our offices. Some projects may require up to 5 days per week on site with colleagues. The practicalities of some project work means that individuals may need to stay away from home during the working week. Team based project environment with opportunities to participate in internal initiatives. Career Development You will have the opportunity to further your career in consulting, specialising in the application of information assurance and cyber security expertise to a wide range of business problems. We provide substantial training leading to nationally recognised certifications, such as chartered or principal status with the UK Cyber Security Council, or certifications such as CompTIA, NIST, PCiIAA, CISMP, CISSP, CREST, ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, SABSA, and TOGAF. A Mentor will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout your journey with Actica. You will also work with a Performance and Development Manager, often outside of your project line of control, who will conduct regular reviews based on project feedback to set career objectives and identify training courses which are both relevant to your current project work, and aligned with your planned career progression. Our Commitment to Diversity Actica aims to nurture a diverse workforce through inclusive working practices, promoting equality in our recruitment activities, and by employing candidates on the basis of merit. Discrimination against individuals on the grounds of protected characteristics is not permitted and we take steps to ensure that our staff are made aware of their legal responsibilities when making hiring decisions. We offer a competitive suite of benefits
29/05/2026
Full time
Lead Cyber Security Consultant Department: Consultancy Employment Type: Full Time Location: United Kingdom / Remote Description As a Lead Cyber Security Consultant at Actica Consulting, you will have the opportunity to lead multiple, small Actica teams in their support to a wide range of high-profile UK public sector and defence organisations. Your help enables our customers to protect their ICT investments, and in doing so you will play a key role in nationally critical projects which make a real difference to people's everyday lives. You will be joining an established business practice with multiple in-flight projects and a continued demand for our services. This role will be responsible for the outputs of several small Actica teams, engaging senior customer stakeholders, supporting Actica personnel in the execution of their roles, supporting the mentoring and development of staff as well as growing the business through engaging with our established customer base and seeking new opportunities. Projects require the skills and experience to: Provide advice and guidance on Information Assurance topics Develop IA strategies, policies, guidance and awareness Plan and manage the delivery of a security work programme Define security requirements Design and implement security architectures Oversee the secure development and accreditation of information systems. Our position as both client-side advisor and at times working with industry delivery teams means that your role will involve significant stakeholder engagement, dealing directly with the client, including in resolving day day issues involved in assignment delivery and developing follow on opportunities, so excellent interpersonal and influencing skills are essential. Locations: London, Guildford, Bristol, M4 corridor Roles and Responsibilities Leading one or more Actica teams, you will undertake a number of varying consultancy assignments. Due to the potential variety in assignments your responsibilities will range from developing security architectures, to providing guidance on GRC activities. Other responsibilities will include: Providing security expertise for major system procurements and Agile programmes to ensure secure delivery; Identifying, analysing and evaluating information risks across a range of programmes, projects and systems; Explaining to risk owners the causes, likelihood and potential business impacts of information risks; Identifying and presenting options for treating or transferring information risks; Authoring and/or supporting the development of security assurance documentation; Developing or reviewing new security architectures; Scoping security testing activities, and explaining the results and required remediation. As part of the management team for the security practice your responsibilities will also include: Managing the delivery of security services by Actica teams across several live projects; Working with our client side customers to manage contract delivery; Working with our industry side customers to develop compelling, winning proposals and ultimately deliver projects into UK Defence or Public Sector; Coach, mentor and help develop junior Actica staff. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise The following attributes and areas of experience will make you particularly suited to this role with Actica: Experience of complex ICT systems security in a technical delivery or consulting capacity in the UK Defence sector or Public Sector; The ability to present and justify conclusions to project teams and business stakeholders; Proven abilities in delivering to client expectations and requirements; and Strong verbal and written communications skills. Knowledge of the following is highly desirable for the role: Structured security frameworks, such as HMG SPF and ISO27001; Security, technical and enterprise architecture methods such as TOGAF and SABSA; Technical risk assessments; Software development methods and techniques e.g. Agile methods such as SCRUM; Enterprise security packages, security enforcing software and devices, such as identity management and federation, cryptography, public key infrastructure, firewalls, SIEM, vulnerability scanning, etc. Additional Requirements: Must be eligible and willing to obtain UK Government Security Clearance. Key Attributes for Success: Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, including resolving issues and identifying new opportunities. Strong interpersonal and influencing skills. Adaptability to a fast paced, ever changing environment. Working Arrangements: Hybrid working model, with an office base in Guildford, Surrey and access to our other offices in London, Swindon and Cheltenham. Typical working week might involve 2-3 days working at clients' premises or other locations and the remainder at home or at one of our offices. Some projects may require up to 5 days per week on site with colleagues. The practicalities of some project work means that individuals may need to stay away from home during the working week. Team based project environment with opportunities to participate in internal initiatives. Career Development You will have the opportunity to further your career in consulting, specialising in the application of information assurance and cyber security expertise to a wide range of business problems. We provide substantial training leading to nationally recognised certifications, such as chartered or principal status with the UK Cyber Security Council, or certifications such as CompTIA, NIST, PCiIAA, CISMP, CISSP, CREST, ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, SABSA, and TOGAF. A Mentor will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout your journey with Actica. You will also work with a Performance and Development Manager, often outside of your project line of control, who will conduct regular reviews based on project feedback to set career objectives and identify training courses which are both relevant to your current project work, and aligned with your planned career progression. Our Commitment to Diversity Actica aims to nurture a diverse workforce through inclusive working practices, promoting equality in our recruitment activities, and by employing candidates on the basis of merit. Discrimination against individuals on the grounds of protected characteristics is not permitted and we take steps to ensure that our staff are made aware of their legal responsibilities when making hiring decisions. We offer a competitive suite of benefits
Actica Consulting Limited is seeking a Lead Cyber Security Consultant to lead teams supporting UK public sector and defense organizations. The role involves developing security architectures, managing consultancy assignments, and engaging with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have experience with complex ICT systems within the UK Defence sector and possess strong communication skills. The position operates on a hybrid model, with offices in Guildford, London, and others. Career development opportunities and certifications are offered.
29/05/2026
Full time
Actica Consulting Limited is seeking a Lead Cyber Security Consultant to lead teams supporting UK public sector and defense organizations. The role involves developing security architectures, managing consultancy assignments, and engaging with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have experience with complex ICT systems within the UK Defence sector and possess strong communication skills. The position operates on a hybrid model, with offices in Guildford, London, and others. Career development opportunities and certifications are offered.