Information Security Consultant

Information Security & Assurance Officer

Salary: up to £50,000 + 15% Project Uplift + Company Car/Car Allowance
Location: Suffolk (onsite)

REED Technology are recruiting for an Information Security & Assurance Officer to join a major UK infrastructure programme. This is a fantastic opportunity for an information security professional who enjoys balancing security governance, compliance and assurance with oversight of operational cyber security activities.

You'll play a key role in maintaining the organisation's Information Security Management System (ISMS), ensuring compliance with recognised security frameworks, managing risk and assurance activities, and acting as a trusted adviser to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

This role would suit someone with experience in Information Security, GRC, Information Assurance or Cyber Security who is looking to develop their career within a highly regulated and complex environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the Information Security Management System (ISMS)
• Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR and wider security governance requirements
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards and procedures
• Conduct security risk assessments and support internal and external audits
• Manage supplier and third-party security assurance activities
• Provide oversight of Microsoft 365 security controls, including identity and access management, MFA, endpoint protection and monitoring
• Work closely with SOC and security service providers to support incident management and response activities
• Produce security reports, dashboards and assurance documentation for senior stakeholders
• Deliver security awareness initiatives across the organisation
• Support continuous improvement of security controls, processes and governance frameworks

About You

We're interested in speaking with candidates who can demonstrate experience in:

• Information Security Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)
• Information Security Assurance and risk management
• ISO 27001 and Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)
• GDPR and data protection requirements
• Security audits, compliance reviews and assurance activities
• Supplier or third-party security assessments
• Security incident management and response processes
• Microsoft security technologies such as Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID or similar platforms
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels

Desirable Experience

• Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus
• NIST Cyber Security Framework
• Experience within infrastructure, utilities, energy, defence, engineering, financial services or other regulated sectors
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer, Security+ or equivalent

What's on Offer?

• 15% project uplift paid monthly
• Company car or car allowance
• Annual bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Enhanced pension contributions
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Professional memberships paid
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile programme where you'll have real ownership of information security governance and assurance, while contributing to the success of a nationally significant project. If you are interested, apply using the link provided.