Principal Cyber Risk Management & Assurance Advisor - (ISO 27001 / Cyber Assurance / AWS / CISSP / CISM - SC Cleared
We are seeking a Principal Cyber Risk Management & Assurance Advisor to provide expert leadership across cyber risk, information assurance and security governance. This is a senior opportunity for an experienced professional who can assess complex technology environments, translate risk into practical business decisions and support the delivery of secure, resilient services. The successful candidate will work with technical, operational and senior stakeholder groups to promote effective cyber risk management and assurance practices.
Key responsibilities will include developing and maintaining cyber risk management frameworks, policies, standards and assurance processes aligned with ISO 27001, relevant government security principles and industry best practice. You will lead or support risk assessments, security control reviews, audit activity, compliance assessments and the management of remediation plans. The role will also involve reviewing security architecture and cloud solutions, advising on the secure use of AWS services, assessing supplier and third-party risks, and preparing clear reports for governance forums and senior decision-makers. You will help define assurance strategies, challenge control effectiveness and provide practical recommendations that balance security, operational needs and delivery objectives.
Applicants should have substantial experience in cyber risk, information security assurance, governance, audit or a related discipline, ideally within complex or highly regulated environments. Strong knowledge of ISO 27001 and recognised cyber security frameworks, together with hands-on experience of cloud assurance and AWS security principles, is required. Professional certification such as CISSP, CISM, or an equivalent qualification is highly desirable. You will need excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to explain technical risks clearly to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. A current UK Security Check (SC) clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one, is essential. This role offers the opportunity to influence security maturity, shape assurance practices and contribute to the protection of critical services and information.
Principal Cyber Risk Management & Assurance Advisor - (ISO 27001 / Cyber Assurance / AWS / CISSP / CISM - SC Cleared
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