Cyber Essentials Plus Consultant – Remediation & Certification

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Essentials Plus Consultant to lead a remediation and certification programme for a major organisation operating in a complex, business‑critical environment. The contractor will own the end‑to‑end process, working closely with technology and operational teams to close identified gaps and achieve certification.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the Cyber Essentials Plus readiness and remediation activities from planning through assessment.
• Conduct gap analysis against Cyber Essentials Plus requirements.
• Develop and drive remediation plans across infrastructure, endpoint and operational teams.
• Review security controls, policies and technical configurations.
• Advise on security frameworks, standards and best practice.
• Manage stakeholders across technology, security and operational functions.
• Track risks, dependencies and programme progress to successful certification.

Required profile

• Proven experience delivering Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus certification programmes.
• Strong understanding of Cyber Essentials Plus requirements and assessment methodology.
• Experience leading remediation initiatives and addressing audit or certification findings.
• Good knowledge of wider security frameworks and controls.
• Technically minded with the ability to engage with infrastructure, network, cloud and endpoint teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Required skills

• Cyber Essentials Plus
• Infrastructure security
• Network security
• Cloud security
• Endpoint security

What we offer

• Outside IR35 contract – initial 6‑month term.
• Day rate of £350‑£450.
• Hybrid working arrangement in North West England.
• One‑stage interview process and immediate start.