Cyber Security Consultant

About Secon Cyber

Secon Cyber is a global Managed Security Services Provider with over 20 years of experience helping organisations strengthen their cyber resilience. Headquartered in London, with branches in South Africa and the Philippines, we deliver practical, outcome-based security solutions to clients across multiple sectors.

Our services include Managed SOC, cloud security, compliance, and consultancy, all designed to reduce risk and improve security maturity.

As a Cyber Security Consultant at Secon Cyber, you'll work with a skilled global team that values curiosity, ownership, and teamwork. You'll help clients secure what matters most by delivering assessments, guiding improvements, and supporting the implementation of effective security controls.

Join a company where your technical expertise drives measurable outcomes, your ideas are valued, and your impact on protecting businesses is clear and visible.

Role Overview

As a Security Consultant, you will bridge the gap between technical delivery and client success.

You will lead pre-sales engagements, design tailored solutions, and guide customers in maximising their security investments.

This role suits someone who wants to do more than deliver technical work, someone who wants to shape how cybersecurity is designed and delivered.

You will focus primarily on Cloudflare (WAF, DDOS, ZTNA), Delinea, Fortinet, Palo Alto and Network Access Control (NAC) technologies, working closely with clients to design, implement, and support integrated cybersecurity solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Engagement & Requirements Gathering

• Lead client-facing engagements, including discovery sessions, workshops, and demonstrations.
• Understand client cybersecurity goals, challenges, and environments.
• Translate business and technical needs into actionable solution designs.

Solution Design & Architecture

• Develop secure architectures based on client requirements.
• Produce clear solution documentation, diagrams, and configuration guides.
• Present designs to clients confidently, addressing technical and business queries.

Implementation & Technical Support

• Support delivery teams with the configuration and deployment of Cloudflare, Delinea, and NAC solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across multi-vendor environments.
• Ensure all deployments align with security best practices and compliance frameworks.

Stakeholder Communication

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, simplifying complex topics into clear business language.
• Provide technical expertise in pre-sales and proposal development.
• Deliver client presentations, product demos, and post-implementation reviews.

Continuous Learning & Certification

• Obtain and maintain required vendor certifications.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity technologies and trends.

Required Skills and Experience

Technical Expertise

• Experience with Cloudflare (ZTNA, WAF, DLP, DDoS, CDN).
• Hands-on experience with Delinea Secret Server or equivalent PAM solutions.
• Solid experience working with Firewall solutions at expert level (Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco).
• Exposure to deploying and supporting WAF solutions.
• Strong knowledge of NAC solutions (Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass, FortiNAC, or similar).
• Understanding of Zero Trust architectures, identity-based access control, and secure cloud edge design.
• Familiarity with SAML, OIDC, and API integrations.
• Broad exposure to cybersecurity solutions (SIEM, EDR, SOAR, vulnerability management, data protection).
• Solid foundation in network switching, routing and security.

Soft Skills

• Strong ability to design and communicate cybersecurity solutions aligned with client goals.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Consultative and customer-oriented mindset.
• High attention to detail and strong documentation ability.
• Adaptable and fast learner, and able to thrive under high pressure.
• Team player who works well independently and collaboratively.

Experience

• 10+ years' experience in cybersecurity consulting, solution architecture, or implementation.
• Experience with enterprise or mid-market clients.
• Prior experience within an MSSP or MSP environment is preferred.

Preferred Certifications

• Cloudflare Certified Zero Trust Professional (or relevant Cloudflare certification)
• Delinea Certified Professional / Engineer
• Technical certifications from vendors such as Palo Alto, Fortinet, Trend Micro, SentinelOne, or Cisco
• CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or equivalent
• Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (advantageous)

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about cybersecurity and emerging technologies.
• Self-motivated and proactive in learning.
• Analytical and solution-oriented.
• Professional and client-focused in all interactions.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid working model with flexibility.
• Funded certifications and continuous professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative work culture.
• Career growth in a fast-evolving cybersecurity business.

About You

You are passionate about technology and always eager to learn and grow. You enjoy solving complex problems and take pride in developing your technical expertise. You thrive on becoming a trusted advisor, guiding clients through every stage of their cybersecurity journey, from consulting and pre-sales to deployment and ongoing support.

You bring confidence and professionalism to every interaction, giving clients the assurance that they are in expert hands. You communicate clearly, listen carefully, and build strong relationships based on trust and credibility.

You will work as part of a global team, collaborating with colleagues and clients across regions. You enjoy sharing ideas, learning from others, and contributing to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

If you have a strong technical foundation, a growth mindset, and a confident, engaging approach, you will find this role both challenging and rewarding.

Diversity and Inclusion

Secon Cyber is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity of thought, background, and experience, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.