Qualified NCSC Cyber Advisor, Cyber Essentials – Associate

Intelance

Cyber Advisor supporting UK organisations with Cyber Essentials implementation and remediation. Delivering scoped client workshops, technical guidance and evidence preparation through Intelance’s IASME-licensed assurance practice.

Posted 8/15/2026contractLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in Cyber Essentials Implementation, providing practical advice to small and medium sized organizations while ensuring compliance with current requirements. Capable of translating technical findings into actionable plans and maintaining confidentiality and data handling standards.

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Certificate Of Competence In Cyber Essentials ImplementationPractical Experience With Cyber Essentials ControlsStrong Working Knowledge Of Cyber Essentials RequirementsClient Handling And Project Coordination SkillsCyber Essentials Assessor Status

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Hard Skills

Cyber Essentials ImplementationTechnical Risk AssessmentVulnerability AssessmentTechnical Audit ExperienceDocumentation Skills

Soft Skills

Client HandlingWorkshop FacilitationClear Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365Google WorkspaceWindowsMacOSFirewall ConfigurationsCloud Configurations

Certifications & Qualifications

Certificate Of Competence In Cyber Essentials ImplementationCyber Essentials Assessor Status

Industry Keywords

Cyber EssentialsIASME Certification BodyPublic Sector ClientsSupply Chain ClientsData Handling

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudFirewallsMacOS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise small and medium sized organisations on the practical implementation of all five Cyber Essentials controls.
Review scope, devices, cloud services, user access, firewalls, secure configuration, malware protection and security updates.
Turn technical findings into clear, proportionate actions that non technical clients can follow.
Support clients with remediation planning and implementation evidence before certification.
Run discovery calls, technical workshops and progress reviews.
Produce concise written recommendations, action plans and client records.
Protect client information and follow Intelance quality, security and conflict management procedures.
Keep advice work clearly separated from certification decisions where independence is required.
Maintain current scheme knowledge and complete required IASME induction and updates.
Work with Intelance's Cyber Essentials assessors and assurance team without compromising assessment independence.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A current Certificate of Competence in Cyber Essentials Implementation.
Based in the UK or Crown Dependencies.
Practical experience helping small and medium sized organisations implement Cyber Essentials controls.
Strong working knowledge of current Cyber Essentials requirements.
Knowledge of common Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Windows, macOS, mobile, firewall and cloud configurations.
Able to explain technical risks and fixes in plain English.
Strong client handling, workshop, documentation and project coordination skills.
Willing to provide qualification evidence before interview and complete any required IASME onboarding.
Able to work as an associate contractor and attend UK client sites when required.
Clear understanding of confidentiality, data handling and conflicts of interest.
Cyber Essentials Assessor status is desirable.
Cyber Essentials Plus, vulnerability assessment or technical audit experience is desirable.
Experience working through an IASME Certification Body or Assured Service Provider is desirable.
Experience supporting regulated, public sector or supply chain clients is desirable.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Join Intelance's specialist cyber assurance associate panel.
Work on clearly scoped UK Cyber Essentials implementation assignments.
Flexible project based delivery with remote preparation and agreed client site work.
A written scope, timetable and agreed day rate before each assignment.
Work alongside an established IASME licensed Certification Body and experienced assurance team.
Access to structured delivery templates, quality controls and professional support.
Opportunity to contribute to a growing Cyber Advisor service focused on practical, proportionate advice.