Security Assurance Consultant

Sanderson; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is looking for a Security Assurance Consultant to enhance security measures for a key public sector client. This hybrid role, requiring 3 days in the office, involves assessing security controls, preparing assurance reports, and representing the Security Assurance function before stakeholders. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and security clearance, ensuring a strong commitment to safeguarding sensitive data and compliance standards. This position offers a competitive salary ranging between £50,000 and £65,000.

Qualifications

• Relevant certifications are mandatory for this position.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with security frameworks are critical.
• Ability to draft comprehensive reports and present findings.

Responsibilities

• Support assessment of security controls and maintain accuracy in findings.
• Test security measures and draft assurance reports.
• Participate in incident reviews and provide assurance support.

Skills

Security framework knowledge

Analytical skills

Report writing

Education

CISM, CRISC, CISSP, CISA, CGEIT, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

Job description

Security Assurance Consultant

Location – Hybrid, 3 days in the office (locations include Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds, Sheffield, Manchester, Birmingham, Blackpool, Cardiff, London)

Salary: £50,000 - £65,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Security Assurance Consultant to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team responsible for safeguarding information, systems, and people. This role plays a key part in supporting a major public sector client to protect sensitive data, uphold compliance standards, and maintain the security of both staff and service users.

As a Security Assurance Consultant, you will analyse and interpret complex information, assess the effectiveness of security controls, and support the production of high-quality assurance reports. Working closely with the Security Assurance SEO and wider security function, you’ll contribute directly to maintaining a secure and resilient environment that enables the organisation to deliver its critical objectives confidently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the assessment of people, process, and technology controls to form a clear view of overall security posture.
• Record and maintain accurate, evidence-based findings in assurance systems.
• Assist in testing security controls and drafting comprehensive assurance reports.
• Contribute to incident reviews and provide post-incident assurance support.
• Continuously develop knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and risk methodologies.
• Represent the Security Assurance function and present findings to key stakeholders.

Candidates must hold one of the following certs - CISM, CRISC, CISSP, CISA, CGEIT, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

Due to the nature of the role, a Security clearance is required.