Lead Cyber Essentials Plus Assessor

Cyber UK; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% workplace pension contribution

25 days holiday

3 additional days of paid leave during Christmas Shutdown

Enhanced company sick pay

Opportunities for funded professional development

Job summary

A UK-based cyber security consultancy is seeking a Lead Cyber Essentials Plus Assessor to guide clients through the certification process. The assessor will lead assessments, provide remediation advice, and oversee a team of assessors. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and hold Cyber Essentials certifications. Benefits include a 6% employer pension contribution, hybrid working options, and additional paid leave during the Christmas shutdown.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in Information Security, tech, or compliance industry.
• Must hold practical certification in Cyber Essentials.
• Possess a full clean driving license.

Responsibilities

• Lead Cyber Essentials Plus assessments for multiple clients.
• Conduct IT systems gap analysis and vulnerability checks.
• Prepare reports and support documentation for certification.

Skills

Certified Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus assessor

Strong understanding of NCSC guidance

IT systems assessment experience

Excellent report writing skills

Ability to work independently

Education

IASME Cyber Essentials PLUS Assessor Qualified

One of the following qualifications

Job description

We are hiring, exclusively, for Indelible Data who are looking to welcome a Lead Cyber Essentials Plus Assessor to their team. About Indelible Data Indelible Data Limited is a UK-based cyber security consultancy specialising in Cyber Essentials, Penetration Testing, Defence Cyber Certification, ISO 27001, and cyber security training. We help public sector organisations and private clients manage risk, achieve compliance, and improve resilience.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Cyber Essentials Plus Lead Assessor to lead, mentor and support our team of assessors as well as guiding organisations through the Cyber Essentials Plus certification process. You will conduct assessments, provide actionable remediation advice, and support clients in achieving certification.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Cyber Essentials Plus assessments for multiple clients
• Conduct IT systems gap analysis and vulnerability checks
• Provide guidance on remediation and compliance with NCSC guidance
• Prepare reports and support documentation for certification
• Act as a technical authority for assessors
• Ensure assessments follow best practice
• Support continuous improvement of assessment processes, documentation, and internal procedures.
• Perform quality assurance reviews of assessments and reports to ensure consistency and compliance.

Skills & Experience

• Certified Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus assessor
• Strong understanding of NCSC guidance, cyber security controls, and UK Government standards
• Experience in IT systems assessment, vulnerability scanning, and risk analysis
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams

Required Qualifications / Experience

• 3 Years’ experience working in the Information Security, tech or compliance industry.
• IASME Cyber Essentials Basic Assessor
• IASME Cyber Essentials PLUS Assessor Qualified (Includes confirmation of the IASME VA+ Exam being passed).
• One of the following qualifications:

• CREST Registered Penetration Tester
• CREST Certified Infrastructure Tester
• Cyber Scheme Team Member (CSTM)
• Cyber Scheme Team Leader (CSTL)
• EC-Council Certified Security Analyst (ECSA)
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
• Full clean driving license

Benefits

• 6% workplace (NEST) employer pension contribution
• 25 days holiday
• 3 days additional days of paid leave during Christmas Shutdown
• Enhanced company sick pay
• Hybrid working (office and remote)
• Opportunities for funded professional development and certifications
• Work with public sector and regulated organisations
• Collaborative, supportive team environment