Cyber Security Assurance Specialist

<strong>Cyber Security Assurance Specialist </strong><strong>SC Cleared</strong>We're supporting a leading UK research and technology organisation delivering nationally significant programmes, and they're looking for an SC cleared Cyber Security Assurance Specialist to play a key role in securing a complex, hybrid technology estate. The chosen candidate must have capabilites in risk assessments across IT, Cloud and OT environments with exposure to secure cloud or infrastructure design (Azure/M365).This is 8 month rolling contract, paying £407 PD Inside IR 35 to be based in Culham two to three days per week.<strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong><ul><li>Conducting risk assessments across IT, cloud and OT environments</li><li>Reviewing and advising on security architecture & design patterns</li><li>Owning and maintaining enterprise risk registers</li><li>Leading technical assurance reviews aligned to GovAssure / CAF / ISO27001</li><li>Supporting audit, compliance, and remediation activities</li><li>Embedding security controls across platforms (Azure, M365, infrastructure)</li><li>Working closely with engineering, architecture, and delivery teams</li></ul><strong>Key experience:</strong><ul><li>Strong experience in cyber security assurance / risk / governance roles</li><li>Proven background in secure cloud or infrastructure design (Azure/M365)</li><li>Experience with risk frameworks (ISO 31000, NIST, OWASP etc.)</li><li>Knowledge of GovAssure, CAF, ISO27001, Cyber Essentials</li><li>Entra ID / Azure / M365</li><li>SIEM / EDR / vulnerability management tools</li><li>Access control models (RBAC/ABAC)</li><li>Experience supporting audits, assurance reviews, and remediation plans</li><li>Ability to translate technical risk into clear business language</li></ul>SC cleared, one stage, must be commutable from Cluham.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?kvKO%2fmG%2frVohZAfym36wpDJEQ77wou2Lg" width="0" height="0" />