Lead Security Control Assessor

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Remote; GBP 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Lead Security Control Assessor for a fully remote contract role. This position requires leading the evaluation of security controls in cloud and on-premise environments, with a strong focus on compliance and risk management. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience and appropriate certifications such as CISA or CISSP, along with robust communication skills to relay technical findings effectively.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in IT audit or information security control assessments.
• 3+ years in a lead or managerial role.
• Experience assessing security controls in cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of methodologies for control testing.
• Manage execution of control testing including risk identification.
• Guide team through testing activities and document reviews.

Skills

IT Audit

Information Security Control Assessments

Cloud Security Controls

Communication

Automation Techniques

Data Analytics

Education

CISA

CISM

CISSP

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

Tools

SailPoint

Rapid7

Microsoft Defender

ServiceNow

Excel

Tableau

Job description

Lead Security Control Assessor, leeds, west yorkshire

Client:

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

7

Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

Lead Security Control Assessor – Fully Remote - Contract £500 inside IR35 – 9 months – potentially extended

The Opportunity

We’re supporting our client in the search for a Lead Security Control Assessor to join their remote information security team on a long-term contract. In this role, you'll lead the evaluation and assurance of security controls across cloud and on-premise environments, ensuring compliance with internal policies and industry standards. This is a hands-on leadership role, offering the chance to shape the quality and impact of a key assurance programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of scalable, repeatable methodologies for control testing, including automation in cloud environments
• Plan and manage the execution of control testing – including risk identification, sampling, fieldwork, and reporting
• Guide a team of assessors through testing activities and documentation reviews.
• Identify control gaps, assess associated risks, and produce high-quality reports with actionable insights
• Act as the primary stakeholder interface for control testing engagements, ensuring progress updates and clear communication
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in the assurance programme by standardising materials and defining measurable KPIs

Skills & Experience Required

• 8+ years of experience in IT audit or information security control assessments, with 3+ years in a lead or managerial role
• Demonstrated experience assessing security controls in cloud environments (AWS and Azure)
• Strong understanding of key frameworks and standards, including NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and COBIT
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical findings into business language
• Proficient in both automated and manual testing techniques for security controls
• Experience with tools such as SailPoint, Rapid7, Wiz.io, Microsoft Defender, RSA Archer, and ServiceNow
• Familiarity with automation and data analytics tools (Excel, Tableau, Alteryx, PowerBI)
• Agile methodology experience, ideally with Jira and Kanban boards
• Background in a Big 4 consultancy or similar high-compliance environment

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Created on 26/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom