Job Description

Cyber Security Consultant

Department: Security

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Hybrid

👋 Hello. Welcome to Wanstor!
At Wanstor, we’ve been delivering award-winning IT solutions for over 22 years, and we’re proud to keep growing year after year. Today, our team is over 200 strong, filled with talented professionals passionate about technology.

Wanstor stands at the forefront of the industry with a full portfolio of high-quality services. From our award-winning managed services to our robust data and development capabilities, networking and infrastructure expertise, and unparalleled security solutions, Wanstor is renowned in the market for excellence. Our strong customer references provide a solid foundation for your success. If you’re looking for a place where your skills can thrive and grow, you’ll feel right at home here!

We’re looking for a Security Consultant to support the delivery of security services across our customer base, with a focus on Azure, Microsoft 365, and core security operations.

This role is centred around working closely with customers to understand their security requirements, improve their overall posture, and implement practical, real-world solutions. You’ll be involved in areas such as identity and access management, vulnerability management, and Microsoft Defender, while also contributing to the development of processes, playbooks, and best practices across the team.

What You'll Do

• Work with customers to understand security requirements and translate them into clear, actionable plans
• Provide consultancy across Microsoft security technologies, particularly Azure / Entra ID and Defender
• Support security operations, including monitoring and responding to Defender incidents
• Oversee the threat and vulnerability management platform, ensuring regular scanning, analysing results, and driving remediation activities
• Assist in improving customer security posture through practical recommendations and remediation plans
• Contribute to security playbooks, processes, and procedures to support consistent delivery
• Work with stakeholders to communicate risks, recommendations, and outcomes clearly

What You'll Need

• Hands-on experience with: Azure AD / Entra ID (identity, access, Conditional Access) Microsoft Defender (alerts, incidents, basic setup)
• Experience working with: Vulnerability scanning tools (managing scans, interpreting results, driving fixes) and SIEM platforms (e.g. Sentinel or similar)
• Strong understanding of core security principles: Identity & access management, MFA, least privilege, device security
• Experience working in a multi customer-facing or MSP environment

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with frameworks such as GDPR, ISO 27001, or Cyber Essentials
• Experience contributing to security documentation, playbooks, or processes
• Microsoft security certifications (SC-200, SC-300, AZ-500 etc.)

What You'll Love

🌴 Generous Time Off: Enjoy 24 days of annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year up to 28 days, plus Bank Holidays.
📚 Continuous Learning: Participate in regular lunch and learn sessions with both internal and external speakers.
🌟 Personal Development: Take advantage of 5 paid days annually to pursue new skills or knowledge.
🤝 Volunteer Opportunities: Contribute to your community with 2 paid volunteer days each year.
🎉 Team Spirit: Join a friendly team and engage in various social events organised throughout the year.