Information Assurance Specialist

AMS CWS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workforce solutions company seeks an Information Assurance Specialist for a 12-month contract based in Derby. You will advise on cyber security and information assurance, ensuring compliance with security policies and ISO standards. Strong experience with information security frameworks and risk management is essential. This role is vital for guiding delivery teams on security measures and providing assurance across various environments. Apply now to be part of an innovative and dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Information Assurance, Cyber Security, or Information Security role.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards and enterprise security frameworks.
• Experience supporting security assurance across SaaS and on-premise environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide cyber security and information assurance direction to programme and delivery teams.
• Ensure solutions are designed in line with internal security policies and ISO frameworks.
• Identify, assess, and manage information security risks.

Skills

Information Assurance

Cyber Security

ISO 27001

Risk Management

Access Management

Penetration Testing

Job description

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future‑ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever‑evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.

Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting‑edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for an

Information Assurance Specialist

for a 12 Month contract based in Derby (3 days per week on‑site).

The Role & Responsibilities

The Information Assurance Specialist will provide cyber security, information assurance, and compliance oversight across the programme.

Working as part of a wider information security team, you will ensure that solutions are designed and delivered in line with the clients security policies, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements.

The role focuses on assurance rather than delivery, providing guidance, challenge, and governance to delivery teams throughout the solution lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide cyber security and information assurance direction to programme and delivery teams.
• Ensure solutions are designed and built in line with internal security policies, standards, and ISO frameworks.
• Support policy compliance and assurance activities across SaaS and on‑premise systems.
• Identify, assess, and manage information security risks, ensuring appropriate mitigation and documentation.
• Define and review security controls, including identity, access management, and data protection.
• Coordinate penetration testing with third‑party providers and support remediation activities.
• Contribute to security design reviews, threat modelling, and assurance documentation.
• Work collaboratively with other information security specialists and delivery teams.
• Provide clear security status updates, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities, Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in an Information Assurance, Cyber Security, or Information Security role.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards (e.g. ISO 27001) and enterprise security frameworks.
• Experience supporting security assurance across SaaS and on‑premise environments.
• Understanding of risk management, security controls, and access management.
• Experience coordinating or supporting penetration testing.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix‑managed, team‑based environment.

Desirable

• SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain.
• Experience working in large enterprise or regulated environments.
• Knowledge of aviation, manufacturing, or asset‑intensive industries.
• Familiarity with third‑party/vendor risk management.

Next Steps

We will only accept workers operating via an umbrella or PAYE engagement model.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.