Cyber Security ConsultantQBE Insurance Group Limited • City of London, England, United Kingdom
Cyber Security Consultant
QBE Insurance Group Limited
- City of London, England, United Kingdom
- City of London, England, United Kingdom
About
Worker Type: Employee
Cyber Security Consultant
Permanent
London / Hybrid
The opportunity We’re hiring a Cyber Security Consultant on a permanent, full-time basis based in London, where you’ll help shape how cyber and information security risks are understood and managed across our business. This is your chance to be part of a global team that’s always one step ahead – keeping QBE safe, secure and resilient in a fast-moving digital world.
Your new role This is a hands‑on, collaborative role where your curiosity and technical insight will help drive real change. Reporting to the Cyber Security Lead, you’ll work across teams and borders to ensure security is built into everything we do – from day‑to‑day operations to major transformation projects.
Main responsibilities
Leading security assurance, assessments and advisory for IT and business projects (both Cloud and On‑Prem), aligned to NIST 800‑53 standards.
Partnering with security architecture and other teams to define and embed security patterns and controls.
Developing non‑functional security requirements and guiding their integration into solution designs.
Conducting security risk assessments and recommending effective mitigations.
Advising and influencing stakeholders to correct non‑compliant processes.
Supporting strategic global and regional security initiatives and their rollout.
Handling BAU incidents, service requests and change requests.
About You You’ll thrive on solving complex problems and staying ahead of cyber threats. You’re skilled in stakeholder engagement, building trusted relationships, communicating with non‑technical audiences and sharing insights, recommendations and emerging trends in a way that drives informed decisions.
Skills you’ll need
Experience carrying out ‘Secure by Design’ assessments.
Good understanding of network security.
Assess where systems or processes may be vulnerable and proactively identify areas for improvement.
Apply deep technical knowledge in a way that supports practical, business‑aligned solutions.
Stay curious and adaptable in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
Communicate clearly and constructively, even when navigating differing viewpoints.
Remain resilient under pressure while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance.
Focus on outcomes and follow through on problem‑solving from start to finish.
Bonus points if you bring
Experience with AppSec and DevSecOps.
Hands‑on knowledge of Azure, AWS and/or Google Cloud.
Familiarity with standards like ISO2700X, ISO31000, NIST800, PCI‑DSS.
Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CRISC, CISM or SABSA.
Why QBE? At My Best At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best. We’ve created “At My Best” – our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn’t fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offers flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It’s in the culture of our business – our QBE DNA – that we support our people.
At My Best – QBE Benefits You are more than your work – and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why we provide you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally. As well as the benefits below we also offer an extensive choice of other options to suit you!
30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.
Flexible working – balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part‑time, job share and compressed hours.
Pension – you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.
Private medical insurance – we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family.
Family friendly policies – we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent.
Short‑term remote work abroad – you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad.
Sustainable investing – we believe sustainable integration is important for long‑term financial, environmental and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net‑zero goal to achieve year‑on‑year reductions in carbon footprint, by investing more in green businesses than the broader market.
Cycle‑to‑Work – benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select and bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000.
QBE Awards Some of the awards QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include:
AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year
Insurance Business UK 5‑Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5‑Star Cyber Insurer
UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year
Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award
Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5‑Star Employer
Inclusion of Diversity We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We’re proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women’s Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent.
Accessibility Here at QBE, we are promoting an accessible workplace for all, which includes supporting candidates to perform at their best during their recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please make your Talent Acquisition contact aware.
ESG & Sustainability At QBE, we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future. Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net‑zero economy, enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce, and partnering for growth through innovative, sustainable and impactful solutions.
What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE’s vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the “apply” button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role.
APPLY NOW and let’s make it happen! Skills: How to Apply:
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Equal Employment Opportunity QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
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Languages
- English
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