Senior Information Assurance Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Belfast; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the security sector is looking for a Senior Information Assurance Consultant to spearhead security management processes for a notable service. The fully remote role offers flexibility and demands a high level of expertise in establishing an Information Security Management System aligned with industry standards like ISO27001 and NIST. Eligible candidates must possess SC clearance or be actively pursuing it, as the role involves handling sensitive information in collaboration with multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for SC clearance or active SC clearance is required.
• Proven experience in information assurance roles, particularly in complex environments.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in security frameworks (ISO27001, NIST).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of security management processes.
• Develop and maintain a unified Information Security Management System (ISMS).
• Conduct gap analyses and risk assessments for compliance.

Skills

Information Assurance

Cyber Security

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Compliance Analysis

Education

CISSP

CISM

ISO27001 Lead Implementer

Job description

Job Title: Senior Information Assurance Consultant

Location: Fully Remote (UK-based candidates)

Contract Type: Contract – 3 to 6 months

Clearance: Candidates must be eligible for SC (Security Clearance) or hold active SC clearance. Subject to client approval, candidates may be permitted to start the role prior to clearance being fully completed.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Information Assurance Consultant to lead the development and implementation of security management processes for a new, high-profile service. This role will be instrumental in establishing and integrating a comprehensive Information Security Management System (ISMS) aligned with multiple industry standards and frameworks.

This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility while working on a critical and impactful programme. As the role involves working with sensitive information, eligibility for SC clearance or holding active SC clearance is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of security management processes for a new service offering.
• Develop and maintain a unified ISMS aligned with ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, PRISMA, and CoBIT frameworks.
• Conduct gap analyses and risk assessments to ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across technical and business teams to embed security best practices throughout the service lifecycle.
• Provide expert guidance on information assurance, governance, and risk management strategies.
• Support audit and certification activities, ensuring documentation and controls are in place and effective.
• Proven experience in information assurance, cyber security, or risk management roles.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with ISO27001, NIST, PRISMA, and CoBIT frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement ISMS in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, or equivalent.
• Eligibility for SC clearance or active SC clearance is required.