Junior Information Assurance Consultant

CBSbutler Holdings Limited; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consultancy firm in Birmingham is seeking a Junior Information Assurance Consultant to support its Cyber & Information Assurance function. You will provide guidance on security requirements, conduct audits, and collaborate with various security teams. Essential qualifications include a degree in IT and security certifications, along with active SC clearance. This role offers a competitive rate of £440 - £480 per day, working on-site two to three days per week.

Qualifications

• A degree in an IT-related field or equivalent.
• Security certifications from recognized bodies.
• Background in information security within secure environments.
• Active SC clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide project-level C&IA guidance and define security requirements.
• Conduct security audits and risk assessments.
• Deliver advice on IT security and stay updated in the field.
• Collaborate with teams to reduce organisational risk.
• Review architectures for information protection.

Skills

Information security

Risk management

Security audits

Technical security assurance

Collaborative skills

Education

Degree or recognized higher education in an IT-related field

Security certifications (e.g., GIAC)

Job description

Junior Information Assurance Consultant

Rate: £440 - £480 per day

Outside IR35

Clearance: SC Clearance

Location: Vauxhall, London - approx. 2-3 days per week on-site

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: 12 months+

Overview

We are seeking a Junior Information Assurance Consultant to support the organisation's Cyber & Information Assurance (C&IA) function. This role provides security assurance direction across major programmes and business functions-including Data Analytics and IT-while also supporting a variety of smaller projects and workstreams.

You will ensure that the technical, procedural, and physical controls used to protect organisational data are robust, appropriate, and compliant with all relevant government and legislative requirements. The position involves close collaboration with multiple security teams and business units to consolidate information and support wider operational functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide project-level C&IA guidance, helping define security requirements and appropriate information security controls.
• Conduct security audits and risk assessments to ensure adherence to Government Security Classifications, laws, standards, and regulations.
• Deliver expert advice on IT security, staying current with developments in network, application, and communications security, as well as emerging technologies.
• Collaborate with Cyber Operations, Physical Security, Personnel Security, and other stakeholders to reduce organisational risk.
• Offer formal technical security assurance; review architectures and system designs to ensure appropriate protection of information and processing facilities.
• Support incident management activities with technical guidance.
• Participate in security and project working groups and relevant governance forums.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or recognised higher education in an IT-related field and/or
• Security certifications from recognised bodies (e.g., GIAC, etc.)
• Strong background in information security, risk management, and assurance within secure or government environments.
• Active SC clearance