Security Assurance - Security by Design SME - Government - London Hybrid - 6 month contract (inside IR35)

I am looking for an experienced Security Assurance Consultant to support ongoing government programmes. This role will sit within the project delivery function, providing specialist advice on cyber security and ensuring services are designed, built and operated securely throughout their lifecycle.

Due to the urgency and nature of the role, candidates who hold British nationality with active SC clearance will be preferred.

About the role:
You will work closely with project managers, technical teams and security specialists to embed security into every stage of delivery. This will include assessing the security posture of projects, advising on risks, and ensuring the right controls and processes are in place. The role is central to ensuring services are "secure by design" and compliant with government standards. Work will include:

• Completed secure-by-design self-assessment trackers
• Risk assessment papers and treatment plans
• Security management and assurance documentation
• Reports to demonstrate compliance with relevant frameworks and processes

I am keen to speak with candidates with:

• Strong background in cyber security, ideally with experience in large or complex government / public sector programmes
• Familiarity with UK Government cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as NCSC CAF, Government Functional Standard GovS 007: Security, Cyber Security Standard and international standards like ISO 27001, ISO/IEC 27005, NIST, COBIT.
• Ability to work across delivery, technical and risk teams, translating security requirements into practical actions
• Knowledge of secure-by-design approaches, threat assessment, risk management and vulnerability management
• Excellent communication skills, able to provide clear updates and advice to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

This is a hands-on role that will suit a security professional who enjoys working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, resilient public services.

Apply now for immediate consideration!