Principal Consultant – Payment Security & Cyber Advisory

You have likely spent years ticking boxes, arguing over compensative controls, and churning out RoCs. You know the standards (PCI-DSS, SWIFT CSP) inside out. But you’re looking for the step up.

We are hiring a Principal Consultant to drive our Payment Security capability. This is a seller-doer role for someone who wants to own a portfolio, not just work on one. You will interface directly with CISOs and Heads of Risk, helping them navigate the ontology of their security, moving them from 'compliant' to secure.

The Role:

• Advisory & Scoping (40%): You aren’t just receiving a scope; you are defining it. You will work with our partners to scope complex multi-framework engagements for FTSE 350 and high-growth fintech clients.
• Delivery Assurance (30%): You will act as the sign-off authority and engagement lead on major PCI-DSS and SWIFT CSP assessments.
• Commercial Growth (30%): You will spot the gaps others miss. By building trust, you will expand our footprint within existing accounts, turning single audits into long-term advisory relationships.

What You Bring:

• Deep Domain Mastery: Current or lapsed QSA (PCI-DSS) is essential. SWIFT CSP assessor qualification is highly desirable.
• Commercial Fluency: You can articulate the ROI of security controls to a non-technical board member.
• Presence: You don't just attend meetings; you lead the room.

This business is big enough to compete with the Big 4 on the largest global stages, but nimble enough that you won’t get buried in bureaucracy. You will have a voice in how this practice is run.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Consulting

Industries: Business Consulting and Services, Computer and Network Security, and IT Services and IT Consulting