Security Assurance Lead
We are seeking a Security Assurance Lead to strengthen the organisation’s information security governance, risk management and assurance capabilities. In this role, you will provide expert guidance on security controls, regulatory obligations and risk treatment across technology, business and third-party environments. You will work with senior stakeholders, technical teams and control owners to ensure that security requirements are clearly defined, consistently implemented and supported by reliable evidence.
Your responsibilities will include developing and maintaining security assurance frameworks, policies, standards and operating procedures; coordinating internal and external audits; and overseeing assessments against recognised security and privacy standards. You will plan and deliver risk-based assurance reviews, identify control weaknesses, assess their potential business impact and agree practical remediation plans. You will monitor progress through to completion, prepare clear reports for governance forums and escalate material risks where appropriate. The role will also contribute to supplier assurance, new technology assessments, security architecture reviews, incident lessons learned and the continuous improvement of control effectiveness.
To succeed, you will have substantial experience in information security, IT risk, audit, compliance or assurance, together with a strong understanding of security governance frameworks and industry standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls or comparable models. Experience working with third-party risk, cloud environments, data protection requirements and regulatory compliance would be advantageous. You should be confident interpreting technical information, challenging constructively and communicating complex risks to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong analytical, organisational and stakeholder-management skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities, influence across teams and deliver high-quality work in a changing environment. Relevant professional qualifications, such as CISM, CISSP, CISA, CRISC or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, are desirable.
Security Assurance Lead
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