Job description
Contract Details
• Location: Luxembourg (onsite presence required)
• Start Date: November
• Duration: 12 months (extendable)
• Daily Rate: €700/day
• Eligibility: European nationality required
Job Description – Senior Cybersecurity Consultant (Freelance)
This position requires a seasoned cybersecurity professional who can combine
hands-on technical expertise with governance and advisory responsibilities.
Role Responsibilities
The consultant will support the cybersecurity operational team, contribute to consulting
services, and help develop organisational cybersecurity capabilities across governance,
risk, protection, and response. Key tasks include:
• Advising on Microsoft Security best practices (Azure, M365, Defender,
Purview).
• Supporting vulnerability management, penetration testing, and secure code
assessments.
• Providing input into cyber threat intelligence, incident response, and SOC
follow-up.
• Reviewing and enhancing cybersecurity policies, processes, and procedures.
• Preparing documentation for audits, compliance reviews, and KRI/KPI
reporting.
• Assessing cybersecurity maturity against frameworks (e.g. NIST CSF, Essential
Eight).
• Leading BAU security initiatives and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.
• Supporting business continuity and disaster recovery exercises.
• Monitoring emerging threats and proposing mitigation measures.
• Coordinating with internal stakeholders and third-party providers.
Key Skills & Experience
Technical Competencies:
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Security solutions (Azure, M365, Defender,
Purview).
• Strong background in incident response, vulnerability management,
remediation, patching.
• Familiarity with EDR (e.g., Carbon Black) and SOAR platforms (e.g., XSOAR).
• Understanding of secure coding practices, penetration testing
methodologies, and application security.
Governance & Compliance:
• Knowledge of NIST CSF, Essential Eight, and similar cybersecurity standards.
• Experience preparing for audits, internal controls reviews, and risk
assessments.
• Ability to assess and improve process maturity, reporting on KRIs and KPIs.
Consulting & Leadership Skills:
• Minimum 12 years of IT/cybersecurity experience, including 6+ years in
cybersecurity implementation.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to advise, challenge, and
influence stakeholders.
• Skilled in documentation, QA, and reporting for senior management.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (PM², PRINCE2, PMI).
Certifications (preferred):
• CISSP, GSEC, CompTIA Security+, SSCP, CASP+ or equivalent.
• ITIL certification for IT service management.
• Product-specific training in Microsoft Security, EDR, and SOAR platforms.
• Location: Luxembourg (onsite presence required)
• Start Date: November
• Duration: 12 months (extendable)
• Daily Rate: €700/day
• Eligibility: European nationality required
Job Description – Senior Cybersecurity Consultant (Freelance)
This position requires a seasoned cybersecurity professional who can combine
hands-on technical expertise with governance and advisory responsibilities.
Role Responsibilities
The consultant will support the cybersecurity operational team, contribute to consulting
services, and help develop organisational cybersecurity capabilities across governance,
risk, protection, and response. Key tasks include:
• Advising on Microsoft Security best practices (Azure, M365, Defender,
Purview).
• Supporting vulnerability management, penetration testing, and secure code
assessments.
• Providing input into cyber threat intelligence, incident response, and SOC
follow-up.
• Reviewing and enhancing cybersecurity policies, processes, and procedures.
• Preparing documentation for audits, compliance reviews, and KRI/KPI
reporting.
• Assessing cybersecurity maturity against frameworks (e.g. NIST CSF, Essential
Eight).
• Leading BAU security initiatives and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.
• Supporting business continuity and disaster recovery exercises.
• Monitoring emerging threats and proposing mitigation measures.
• Coordinating with internal stakeholders and third-party providers.
Key Skills & Experience
Technical Competencies:
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Security solutions (Azure, M365, Defender,
Purview).
• Strong background in incident response, vulnerability management,
remediation, patching.
• Familiarity with EDR (e.g., Carbon Black) and SOAR platforms (e.g., XSOAR).
• Understanding of secure coding practices, penetration testing
methodologies, and application security.
Governance & Compliance:
• Knowledge of NIST CSF, Essential Eight, and similar cybersecurity standards.
• Experience preparing for audits, internal controls reviews, and risk
assessments.
• Ability to assess and improve process maturity, reporting on KRIs and KPIs.
Consulting & Leadership Skills:
• Minimum 12 years of IT/cybersecurity experience, including 6+ years in
cybersecurity implementation.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to advise, challenge, and
influence stakeholders.
• Skilled in documentation, QA, and reporting for senior management.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (PM², PRINCE2, PMI).
Certifications (preferred):
• CISSP, GSEC, CompTIA Security+, SSCP, CASP+ or equivalent.
• ITIL certification for IT service management.
• Product-specific training in Microsoft Security, EDR, and SOAR platforms.
