Principal Security Consultant - DSS
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£48,500
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2135 (100% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £48,500, and LRQA GROUP LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2135 Cyber security professionals Most likely code | £34,000 | £38,800 | £43,700 | £48,500 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Job ID:43261
Location:Birmingham : 1 Trinity Park : Bi
Position Category:Technical
Position Type:Employee Regular
Principal Security Consultant - DSS
Role Purpose:
This role sits within the consulting function of our MSSP SOC, delivering engaging professional services while also supporting and enhancing the security posture of existing managed service clients. It operates across multiple customer environments, balancing hands-on technical delivery with architectural guidance.
As a recognised authority within the security domain, the role provides clear, pragmatic advice to help customers design, implement and mature security capabilities aligned to modern threats and regulatory expectations. The focus is on improving security outcomes across concurrent engagements, from targeted solution delivery through to broader security transformation initiatives.
The role plays a key part in developing emerging security capabilities within the MSSP, helping to evaluate new technologies, shape repeatable delivery approaches and ensure customers benefit from cutting-edge security services in a sustainable way. Working closely with SOC, engineering and pre-sales teams, the role ensures solutions are technically robust, operationally effective and aligned to the long-term evolution of the MSSP platform.
Key Responsibilities:
LRQA is an award-winning provider of Cyber Security, Assurance, Incident Response and Managed Security Services provider to organisations across the world. Due to continued evolution of our services we are seeking a Principal Security Consultant to support LRQA in continuing to be a renowned market leading provider of Managed Security and Support Services.
Key responsibilities for the role include:
- Lead the design and implementation of defensive security services, with particular focus on either the Microsoft or CrowdStrike ecosystem, across a wide range of exciting customer environments.
What You'll Bring:
- Significant experience delivering complex security consultancy engagements within an MSSP or managed services environment, covering SOC design and deployment, SIEM/SOAR, XDR/EDR, identity, cloud security and vulnerability management.
Key Working Relationships:
The following groups represent the expected primary working relationships required for this job role:
- External Clients (New and Existing)
- Internal LRQA colleagues
- VP Advisory Services
- VP Detect & Respond
- Security Engineering Manager
- Security Engineering Team Lead
- SOC Monitor Team
- SOC Consultants
- Technical Pre-Sales & Sales Team
- Other Technical and Compliance Teams
Who are LRQA?
LRQA is a leading global assurance partner, combining deep industry expertise with innovative solutions to help organizations manage risk, improve performance, and drive sustainable growth.
Operating in over 50 countries with a team of 2,500+ professionals, we support more than 60,000 clients worldwide through assurance, certification, cybersecurity, inspection, and training services.
Our purpose is simple: to help businesses build a safer, more secure, and more sustainable future.
What We Offer:
Join a global team where your expertise is valued and your development is supported. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, flexible working arrangements where applicable, a competitive salary aligned with the market, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Pre-Employment Checks:
If you are successful in securing a role with us, we may carry out pre-employment checks, as permitted by local law, including verification of identity, right to work, employment history, education, and criminal records where applicable.
These checks are conducted by our trusted screening partner, Cfirst, in compliance with applicable data protection laws. Any personal data collected will be used solely for recruitment purposes, stored securely, and retained only as required.
For questions about the screening process, contact [email protected]
For queries regarding your personal data, contact [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusion at LRQA:
We are on a mission to be the place where we all want to work and we are passionate about embracing different perspectives because we understand the value this brings to our business, our clients and each other. We are all about creating a safer and more sustainable future and our inclusive culture is right at the heart of our business.
Together our employees make our communities better and we want you to be part of our diverse team!
LRQA is a leading global assurance provider. The integrity and expertise we bring to our partnership with clients support their journey to a safer, more secure and more sustainable future. (Group entities).
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Where this offer sits in the market
Cyber security professionals (SOC 2135) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~30k in sample- Middle half £43,680–69,316
- Median £51,376
- Going rate £48,500
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £34,000–43,700
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. LRQA GROUP LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2135 going rate of £48,500. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.