Cyber Security Consultant Opportunities

QinetiQ is growing and so is our Cyber Security community. We have a number of immediate opportunities for talented Cyber professionals at all levels of seniority across the UK. If you’re interested in joining us – now or in the future – we’d love to hear from you!

If your skills align with our current opportunities, we will be in contact very soon. Should we not have a suitable opportunity at present, with your permission, we will keep your CV on file for consideration as future roles become available.

An insight into Cyber Security at QinetiQ

QinetiQ has been working at the forefront of cyber security since before the days of the internet, tracing our origins through our heritage in defence research for computer and network security. At QinetiQ, we apply our cyber security knowledge combined with deep expertise across science, technology and engineering to address the real world problems and complex challenges faced by our customers.  

Opportunities for mid-career Cyber Security Consultants

As a mid-career professional, you will be applying your expertise from day one. Your knowledge and experience will be put to good use as you take ownership of key projects. With continuous expert mentoring and training, we'll help you to excel and advance your career.

Opportunities for highly experienced Cyber Security Consultants

As a Principal Cyber Security Consultant, you can expect to be leading teams to deliver key project deliverables as well as contributing to growing QinetiQ’s Cyber Security community. You will be Influencing and guiding junior team members, using your expertise to contribute towards bids and engaging with key senior stakeholders.  

Please note that all applicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance as a minimum.

UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Why Join QinetiQ?
As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

You’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experience enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. 

About QinetiQ
As a company of thousands of dedicated professionals, we are a world-centre of excellence in research and development and act as a catalyst for fast-track innovation, offering outstanding experimentation facilities, and technical, engineering and scientific expertise. QinetiQ is made up of dedicated experts in defence, aerospace, security and related markets, all working together to explore new ways of protecting what matters most. Being part of QinetiQ means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help to save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend. Come and find out how you can play a role.

Security
Please note that many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment, subject to approval. A number of roles are also subject to restrictions on access to information, which mean factors such as nationality, previous nationalities held and the country in which you were born may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Application Guidance
If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please contact your regional recruiting team in strictest confidence. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.