Senior Security Risk Assurance Manager

Sanderson Government & Defence; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security consultancy in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Security Risk Assurance Manager. This role involves leading a team to enhance the security posture through strategic risk-based assurance activities. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership in security risk assurance and strong communication skills, with benefits including flexible working and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Private Health Care

Cash Back Plan

Career Development

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in security risk assurance or related fields.
• Strong understanding of enterprise security risk management principles.
• Experience in conducting security assessments and producing assurance reports.
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Experience managing teams and developing talent.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of security professionals.
• Develop and maintain an annual security assurance plan.
• Engage with stakeholders to execute assurance activities.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Promote continuous improvement in assurance practices.

Skills

Leadership experience

Stakeholder engagement

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Knowledge of security frameworks

Team management

Job description

Senior Security Risk Assurance Manager - SC cleared

Location: Hybrid (75% remote) with on-site presence as required
Contract Type: Permanent & Full-time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About the Role

The Senior Security Risk Assurance Manager plays a critical role in strengthening the organisation's security posture through strategic risk-based assurance activities. This role supports informed decision-making across the enterprise by providing expert insight into the effectiveness of security controls, risk management practices, and supply chain security. The position may sit within one of several assurance functions, including internal security assurance, supply chain assurance, or enterprise-level risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of security professionals to deliver high-quality assurance activities.
• Develop and maintain an annual security assurance plan aligned with strategic business risks.
• Engage with stakeholders to scope, plan, and execute assurance activities across people, processes, and technology.
• Validate and interpret evidence to provide a holistic view of the organisation's security posture.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and governance forums.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., threat intelligence, compliance, audit) to ensure assurance activities reflect current threat landscapes.
• Act as a primary interface for business units, ensuring alignment between assurance activities and operational priorities.
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation in assurance practices.
• Ensure assurance reports are accurate, actionable, and meet quality standards.
• Share good practices and lessons learned across the organisation.

Experience Required

• Proven leadership experience in security risk assurance or related fields.
• Strong understanding of enterprise security risk management principles.
• Experience in conducting security assessments and producing assurance reports.
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls).
• Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills.
• Experience managing teams and developing talent.
• Ability to interpret complex technical and business information to assess risk.
• Experience in supply chain security assurance.
• Knowledge of secure by design principles and accreditation processes.
• Understanding of threat intelligence and its application in assurance.
• Experience working in regulated or high-assurance environments (e.g., government, finance, defence).
• Familiarity with risk management tools and methodologies.

What's in it for You

• Flexible Working: Remote-first with travel as needed.
• Career Development: Continuous learning and professional growth.
• Benefits Package: Includes Private Health Care, Cash Back Plan, Buy/Sell Holiday Options, Life Assurance, and more.

Interested?

Submit your application to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Reasonable Adjustments

Respect and equality are core values to us. 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.

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