Security Assurance Consultant

Sanderson Government & Defence; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cyber security consultancy in the UK is looking for Security Assurance professionals at various levels, from Consultant to Lead. The roles involve delivering security assurance services, advising on risks, and engaging with critical clients. Candidates must have a strong understanding of security frameworks and excellent stakeholder management skills. The position offers a salary range of £50,000 to £75,000+, with a strong benefits package and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Competitive pension

Buy/sell holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in cyber security, ideally with focus on security assurance or risk.
• Strong understanding of frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, CISA, CISSP, CISM.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver security assurance services for clients and advise on risk.
• Contribute to delivery in Security Assurance, Supply Chain Security Assurance, and Security Risk.
• Engage with critical national infrastructure and government clients.

Skills

Experience in cyber security

Strong understanding of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, etc.)

Stakeholder management skills

Job description

Overview

Security Assurance Roles - Consultant to Lead Level | £50,000-£75,000+ | UK (Midlands/North, Hybrid)

We are working with a fast-growing cyber security consultancy that has secured a significant piece of work. The roles span across Security Assurance at multiple levels, from Consultant through to Senior and Lead.

Three core teams exist: Security Assurance, Supply Chain Security Assurance, and Security Risk. These are hands-on delivery roles supporting critical national infrastructure, government, and commercial clients. You will be responsible for delivering security assurance services, advising clients on risk, and helping them strengthen their security posture.

The roles require working 3 days per week on site, with multiple offices across the Midlands and North England; the role can be based from any of these locations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver security assurance services for clients, advise on risk, and help strengthen security posture.
• Contribute to delivery across three core teams: Security Assurance, Supply Chain Security Assurance, and Security Risk.
• Engage with critical national infrastructure, government, and commercial clients in hands-on delivery roles.

What WeRe Looking For

• Experience in cyber security, ideally with a focus on security assurance or risk.
• A strong understanding of frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, CISA, CISSP, CISM, etc.
• Experience working with or within supply chains, CNI, government, or highly regulated industries.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

SC or DV Clearance is ESSENTIAL

Salary & Benefits

• Salaries range from £50,000 to £75,000+, depending on level and experience.
• Strong benefits package (buy/sell holiday, private medical, competitive pension, etc.).
• Clear progression paths and opportunities for growth.

Reasonable Adjustments

Respect and equality are core values. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.