Security Risk Assurance Manager
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 Security Assurance Manager supports the organisation's enterprise security risk management function by conducting assurance activities that evaluate the effectiveness of security controls across people, processes, and technology.
Working as part of a collaborative team that provides impartial assessments of security posture, evaluates supply chain security, and identifies enterprise-level risks. This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple assurance functions, including internal security assurance, supply chain risk, and strategic enterprise risk management.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research and gather evidence to assess the effectiveness of security controls.
- Evaluate and interpret assurance data to support a holistic view of organisational security.
- Record findings accurately using assurance tools and templates.
- Assist senior team members in testing controls and drafting assurance reports.
- Support post-incident assurance activities to ensure lessons learned are captured and improvements implemented.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of assurance methodologies and practices.
- Present findings to stakeholders and represent the assurance function in meetings and forums.
- Maintain awareness of current threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices in security assurance
Experience Required
- Experience in information security, risk management, or assurance roles.
- Desirable qualifications - CISM, CRISC, CISSP, CISA, CGEIT, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor (or equivalent)
- Hold an active and transferable SC clearance
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical and procedural evidence.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls).
- Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality documentation.
What's in it for You
- Remote / Hybrid working.
- 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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- Company
- Sanderson
- Location
- South East, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options - Employment Type
- Full-Time
- Salary
- Competitive salary
- Posted
- Company
- Sanderson
- Location
- South East, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options - Employment Type
- Full-Time
- Salary
- Competitive salary
- Posted