CISO / Cyber Security Assurance Lead (EUC / MDM Focus)

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services provider seeks a Cyber Security Assurance Lead to oversee EUC security assurance for government departments. The role involves applying Zero Trust principles and managing compliance with assurance frameworks. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in endpoint security, risk management documentation, and hold certifications such as CISSP or CISM.

Qualifications

• Experience leading security assurance in central government or high-assurance environments.
• Hands-on experience producing RMADS, SyOps, DPIAs, and similar artifacts.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and cloud-native security practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead security assurance and governance throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain risk management documentation.
• Ensure compliance with assurance frameworks like GDPR and ISO27001.

Skills

Endpoint and device assurance

Security compliance frameworks

Security tooling for risk assessments

Threat modeling

Education

CISSP

CISM

CCSP

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

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CISO / Cyber Security Assurance Lead (EUC / MDM Focus), Bournemouth

Client: Refreshing Recruitment Ltd

Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

Job Description:

Security Clearance required

Location: Central London, hybrid working

Contract duration: 6+ months.

A Cyber Security Assurance Lead, often referred to as “a mini CISO,” is sought to join a specialist End User Compute (EUC) IT services provider. The role involves leading the modernisation of secure digital workplaces using Zero Trust and next-generation security principles for high-profile Central Government departments, hence the need for current SC clearance.

As a Cyber Security Assurance Lead, you will oversee end-to-end EUC security assurance for a transformational Machinery of Government, macOS Developer Device Solution.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading security assurance and governance throughout the solution lifecycle, including architecture design, build, deployment, and operational support.
• Developing and maintaining risk management documentation such as RMADS, SyOps, DPIAs, threat models, and continuous threat assessments.
• Ensuring compliance with assurance frameworks like GSC, NCSC guidance, Cabinet Office requirements, GDPR, ISO27001.
• Conducting threat and vulnerability assessments for macOS devices, MDM platforms, developer tooling, remote access, and cloud infrastructure.
• Promoting secure-by-design practices in collaboration with security architects, engineering, DevOps, and testing teams.
• Engaging with stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals and accreditation.
• Maintaining assurance registers and contributing to program-wide risk management and reporting.

We are seeking candidates with a strong understanding of endpoint and device assurance, ideally with experience in macOS and MDM integrations (e.g., Jamf, Intune, Workspace ONE), and with:

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
• Experience leading security assurance in central government or similar high-assurance environments
• Deep knowledge of security assurance frameworks, including NCSC Cloud Security principles, GDS Service Standards, and government accreditation processes
• Hands-on experience producing RMADS, SyOps, DPIAs, and similar artifacts
• Experience with security tooling for risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability scanning
• Active Security Clearance

Additional preferred skills include experience in DevSecOps or agile environments, knowledge of Zero Trust architecture, IAM, and cloud-native security practices.