Protection Group International

A global consultancy firm is looking for experienced Information Security Consultants to join their contractor pool. The role involves engaging with clients on Information Security Governance and Compliance, providing consultancy services, and supporting various compliance initiatives. Candidates should have demonstrable consultancy experience and knowledge of standards such as ISO 27001 and PCI DSS. The firm values diversity and inclusion, striving to build a supportive environment for all its team members.

Call for Contractor CVs: Information Security Consultant PGI is seeking experienced Information Security Consultants to join our contractor pool. PGI is a global consultancy supporting organisations in building digital resilience. Our contractors deliver solutions directly to clients and help them strengthen internal security capabilities. We are looking for specialists who can help clients maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their information assets. This includes implementing technical and procedural controls, supporting compliance initiatives, and guiding organisations through key security standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST CSF, Business Continuity, and data protection regulations. What you'll be doing: Engaging confidently with clients relating to solving Information Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance problems. Providing hands on compliance and consultancy services across a range of requirements for clients, such as ISO 27001, business continuity, data protection, DORA, or other regulatory compliance needs, including IASME Cyber Essentials. Support colleagues in delivery by also assisting with: Information Security Management System (ISMS) design and implementation GDPR gap assessments and implementation support PCI DSS scoping, gap assessments, implementation guidance, and compliance reporting Maturity Assessments Third party / supplier assurance reviews Providing expertise to enhance our international capacity building offer and value. Contribute towards the maintenance of PGI's own accreditations, including ISO 27001, ISO 9001 and business continuity as well as compliance with data protection regulations. Maintaining your own continuing professional development, keeping up to date with security industry trends and best practices, On day one you will bring: Proven people and relationship management skills. Demonstrable experience providing Information Assurance consultancy. Experience in or knowledge of the PCI DSS standard, NIST CSF, DORA, GDPR/DPA. ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, Business Continuity or Cloud Security accreditations are highly desirable. Experience in conducting risk assessments and forming risk management policies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to clients and business stakeholders. A positive approach to problem solving and possesses the ability to work smart and collaboratively to prioritise and set deadlines. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at PGI As a British company which operates internationally, we draw strength from the diversity of our people. Without our diverse team, we couldn't do the work we do. We are involved in projects across 80+ geographies, our people speak 25+ languages and come from a variety of backgrounds. By hiring and cultivating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, we can uphold values that enable every member of the team to thrive, while delivering novel solutions to novel problems. Accessibility at PGI Every individual has different requirements, so we are committed to implementing reasonable adjustments to mitigate physical and non physical barriers in the workplace. We strive to make the recruitment process as accessible as possible, but if you have any questions or concerns, please get in touch. Please note: We are not accepting applications or speculative profiles from any recruitment agencies. If we require additional resource, we will reach out to you. This is not an active vacancy. We are building a pool of subcontractors to support work on an ad hoc basis.

A global consultancy firm is seeking an Information Security Consultant to provide expert guidance on compliance and security. The role involves leading PCI DSS consultancy, mentoring junior staff, and managing client relationships. Candidates should have a QSA certification and at least 2 years of experience in information assurance consultancy. This position offers opportunities to engage with diverse teams and address unique security challenges while maintaining industry standards.

Information Security Consultant (QSA) PGI is a global consultancy that helps organisations build digital resilience. We deploy our people to implement solutions on behalf of clients or to support them in developing their own capabilities. Our vision is a world resilient to digital threats and online harm. To achieve this, we need to grow our team of talented and passionate people. Our consultants help clients to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their organisation's data and information. As well as implementing technical controls, we recommend processes and procedures, which have an equally important role in limiting risk. We support our clients to achieve and maintain information security standards and frameworks, including ISO 27001, and PCI DSS What you'll be doing: Provide expert guidance to clients, supporting both pre-sales and delivery, and establishing trusted advisor relationships to drive compliance and security improvements. Lead and deliver hands on PCI DSS compliance consultancy, performing assessments, gap analyses, and remediation strategies tailored to client needs. Act as a subject matter expert in PCI DSS compliance and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), advising clients on regulatory compliance, risk management, and information security best practices. Contribute to PGI's consultancy growth by aligning services with emerging trends and industry standards. Drive PGI's accreditations and assist with maintaining ISO 27001, PCI DSS and data protection compliance. Mentor junior team members, contribute to the recruitment process, and oversee third party relationships to ensure project profitability and delivery quality. Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging security threats, and best practices to maintain professional growth and continuously improve PGI's consultancy offerings. On Day One, You'll Bring: Proven relationship management skills and experience in Information Assurance consultancy. Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) experience with valid PCI DSS QSA accreditation with a minimum of 2 years of experience performing PCI DSS compliance consultancy. Familiarity with PCI DSS and NIST CSF Experience in conducting risk assessments, cyber security maturity evaluations, and remediation strategies. Strong communication skills, able to present to clients and senior stakeholders. A collaborative, solutions oriented mindset with excellent time management skills. Key Abilities: Engage directly with clients, solving problems and escalating when necessary. Plan and quote for simple client engagements or projects. Write proposals, business cases, and manage quality control of deliverables. Mentor team members and hire for junior roles. Manage third party relationships, workload, and project profitability. Review and oversee third party work, set expectations, and delegate responsibilities. Support career development within the team and align performance with PGI standards. Diversity We're a British company that gets to work on a global scale. What makes us stand out? The amazing diversity of our team! In our line of work, the problems we tackle are anything but ordinary and so require fresh perspectives and unique solutions from every corner of our team. By making sure our workforce is diverse, equitable, and inclusive, we're able to hold true to our values that enable every member of the team to thrive, while delivering novel solutions to novel problems. Accessibility We understand that everyone has unique needs, so we're all about making things easier for you. Whether it's overcoming physical or non physical obstacles at work, we're here to help and are committed to implementing reasonable and relevant mitigations.