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

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services provider is seeking a Cyber Security Assurance Lead to spearhead the modernization of secure digital workplaces for Central Government departments. Candidates should hold relevant professional certifications and possess strong expertise in endpoint security, compliance frameworks, and risk management practices, along with the necessary security clearance.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of security assurance frameworks.
• Experience leading security in central government or high-assurance environments.
• Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead security assurance and governance throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain risk management documentation like RMADS and threat models.
• Conduct threat and vulnerability assessments for macOS devices.

Skills

Knowledge of endpoint and device assurance

Risk management documentation

Compliance with assurance frameworks

Security tooling proficiency

Hands-on experience with risk assessments

Education

Professional certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor)

Tools

Jamf

Intune

Workspace ONE

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

Client: Refreshing Recruitment Ltd

Location: Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

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 modernization of secure digital workplaces using Zero Trust and next-generation security principles for high-profile Central Government departments, hence the requirement 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, from architecture design through 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 including Government Security Classifications (GSC), NCSC guidance, Cabinet Office requirements, GDPR, and ISO27001.
• Conducting threat and vulnerability assessments for macOS devices, MDM platforms, developer tooling, remote access, and cloud-native infrastructure.
• Promoting secure-by-design practices in collaboration with security architects, engineering, DevOps, and testing teams.
• Engaging with stakeholders to secure necessary approvals and accreditation.
• Maintaining assurance registers and contributing to program-wide risk management and reporting.

We seek candidates with strong knowledge of endpoint and device assurance, particularly with macOS and MDM platforms such as Jamf, Intune, or Workspace ONE, and with:

• Professional certifications like CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
• Experience leading security assurance in central government or similar high-assurance environments
• Deep understanding 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
• Proficiency with security tooling for risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability scanning
• Security Clearance

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