Technical Security Consultant 295340

Work location: Nottingham or Sheffield: Hybrid, 1-2 office days per week. Must be eligible for SC Clearance (UK resident for the last 5 years) and NPPV2 clearance Here at Littlefish, we look for people who can make arealdifference and become a giant slayer.As the world around us continues to change, we look for people who grab that change with optimism and excitement.Theseare thepassionate and high performingpeoplewho enjoy and thrive onthinking outside the box. Our current employees are the giant slayers who have made Littlefish who we are today, and you will be the future employees who continue to add the drive, passion, andadd toour skills and experienceas we see Littlefish grow. So, if this is ticking your boxes and you are excited at the thought of working with creative, passionate, energetic, friendly people- we would love to hear from you. The role and what you’ll be getting up to on a day to day basis: Littlefish is looking for a Technical Security Consultant to help shape the future of our security services. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic influence, focusing on innovation, automation, and AI-driven enhancements. You’ll work at the forefront of cyber defence, helping to design and deliver solutions that strengthen resilience and enable smarter security operations. You will: Architect & Design: Build and evolve secure frameworks using Microsoft Security (Defender, Sentinel, Purview, Entra) and integrate Qualys vulnerability management for continuous threat detection and remediation. Automate & Innovate: Lead the charge on automation (SOAR, IaC, workflow automation) and embed Gen AI into security operations, threat intelligence, and reporting. Set Standards: Develop and enforce security architecture standards, governance, and best practices—especially for AI and automation in an MSSP context. Service Development: Collaborate with product and delivery teams to create new managed security offerings and reusable solution frameworks. Client Engagement: Act as a technical authority in pre‑sales, translating complex security solutions into business value and supporting RFPs and proof‑of‑concepts. Thought Leadership: Mentor internal teams, contribute to whitepapers, and represent Littlefish at industry events. Who you are: Deep hands‑on experience with Microsoft Security technologies and Qualys (or similar). Proven track record in security architecture, engineering, or consultancy—ideally in an MSSP or multi‑client environment. Experience leading automation or Gen AI‑based security initiatives. Relevant certifications (CISSP, Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert, AZ‑500, etc.). Strategic mindset, strong communication skills, and a passion for emerging tech. The following would also be of interest: Certifications in automation/cloud (Azure Solutions Architect, Terraform, GIAC), vulnerability management (Qualys, ISO 27001, NIST). Experience with SOAR, SIEM, XDR, and cloud‑native security (especially Azure). Pre‑sales or solution architecture exposure. What can we offer you? Through our one of a kind training programme, the Littlefish Academy, you can increase your earnings by £4,500 Referral bonus scheme of £1,000 when you successfully refer a friend. Access to our LinkedIn Learning platform, with over 16,000 expert‑led online tutorials to enhance and achieve your personal and professional goals. Healthcare cash plan. This will give you access to online GP appointments, 24/7 access to qualified counsellors and cash back against a range of general healthcare Casual dress policy Company Pension Scheme Company social events 25 days annual leave plus public / bank holidays Purchase and sale of annual leave scheme Life at Littlefish: Our company values shape who we are as a business, what we stand for and how we work. Hiring people with our values at heart, is very important as we see Littlefish grow. I am High Performing- I like to raise the bar, we look at creating opportunities to increase quality and improve efficiency, we strive for service excellence. I am Passionate- We build team success and celebrate them together, I am enthusiastic and energetic, I care about the people I work with and we support one another. I Have a Can-Do Attitude– I am not afraid to step outside my comfort zone, we are not afraid to challenge status quo, we get stuff done So, if you feel like you can make a tangible difference, apply today, and join us on this journey. Here at Littlefish we aim to be somewhere everyone can be themselves. We are committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive community where everyone irrespective of who they are, or their background, can feel equal and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Please get in touch if you are concerned about any difficulties you may face during your recruitment process, so we adjust accordingly. Part of our application process includes a set of ED&I (Equality, diversity and inclusion) questions. Please note, each question has a ‘prefer not to say ‘option. #J-18808-Ljbffr