Cybersecurity Strategist

We are seeking a highly experienced Cybersecurity Strategist to join our team at Forsyth Barnes. As a Senior Cybersecurity Advisor, you will provide expert advice on cybersecurity risks and strategies to our clients, helping them navigate complex regulatory landscapes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a virtual Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), providing expert advice on cybersecurity risks and strategies.
• Collaborate with C-level executives to ensure cybersecurity is embedded in business strategies and aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Lead and continuously enhance security governance and risk management practices to adapt to evolving technologies and threats.
• Conduct privacy impact assessments, advising clients on data privacy best practices and compliance.
• Work closely with clients to define and implement cybersecurity governance and risk management frameworks.
• Assess and evaluate clients' existing privacy and security controls, identifying gaps and areas for improvement.
• Support the Sales team in business development activities, including preparing proposals and responding to RFPs.
• Conduct privacy and security audits aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in Cyber Risk, Compliance, Security Management, and Data Privacy.
• Experience working with C-Level executives in a cybersecurity advisory role.
• Strong understanding of GRC frameworks and standards such as GDPR, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, SOC2, NIST, COBIT, and PCI-DSS.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex cybersecurity concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven expertise in understanding PII and data flows from a technical perspective.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience with cloud-based solutions and architectures (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS).
• Proven track record of delivering privacy and security governance solutions across multiple sectors.

About Forsyth Barnes:

Forsyth Barnes is a leading independent cybersecurity provider with operations across the UK, Europe, and Africa. We specialize in helping clients proactively identify, protect, detect, and respond to the evolving cyber threat landscape.