IT Placement Opportunity jobs in Birmingham

Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.

About the opportunity

This is an opportunity to register your interest in IT Security Consultant roles within our growing cyber security practice. We are looking to connect talented security specialists with cutting-edge opportunities across the UK, supporting organisations that are advancing their security posture and protecting critical assets.

Roles of this type may sit within dynamic, collaborative teams working on diverse security challenges across technology, engineering, life sciences and financial services. The work could involve partnering with internal stakeholders and clients to assess vulnerabilities, design security solutions, and implement controls that make a real difference to organisational resilience.

Typical role overview

• Locations: Manchester, Birmingham, London, and nationwide across the UK
• Type: Contract · Full-time
• Day rate: £250–280 per day
• Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Domain: Cyber security · IT security consulting

What you would do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Conducting security assessments, penetration testing and vulnerability analysis
• Designing and recommending security solutions tailored to client and organisational needs
• Implementing security controls and best practices across systems and networks
• Advising stakeholders on security strategy, risk mitigation and compliance requirements
• Collaborating with IT teams, management and third parties to strengthen security posture
• Staying current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities and security technologies
• Documenting findings, recommendations and implementation progress for stakeholders

What you could bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

• 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in cyber security, IT security or related roles
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks, standards and compliance (NIST, ISO 27001, etc.)
• Practical experience with security tools, penetration testing and vulnerability assessment
• Solid understanding of network security, endpoint security and identity management
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security or a related discipline
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
• Relevant certifications such as CEH, OSCP, CISSP, Security+ or equivalent are advantageous

What roles of this type could offer

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• Exposure to diverse security challenges and cutting-edge technologies across multiple sectors
• Opportunity to work with leading organisations across technology, engineering, life sciences and financial services
• Scope to develop expertise in emerging security domains and expand your professional network
• Potential for ongoing contract extension or permanent placement based on performance
• Competitive day rate reflecting market rates and your experience level
• Professional development support and access to security training and certifications

About SThree

SThree is the global STEM workforce consultancy.
We advise businesses, build expert teams and deliver project solutions to outpace tomorrow, together.

Across the UK, we connect talented specialists with cutting-edge opportunities across technology, engineering, life sciences and financial services supported by our offices in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Leeds

How to register interest

If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.

Disclaimer:
Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.