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# Cyber Security Assurance Specialist

- **Company:** Profectus Recruitment
- **Location:** Abingdon, UK
- **Salary:** £5,100.0 - £5,400.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Cyber Security, Linux System Administration, Cloud Services, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, SC Clearance
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://apply.jobadder.com/eu2/1545/825337/uqiy3xuxvj3ufnpiw6o5lokijy

## About the Role

* Active SC Security Clearance.
 * Strong experience in Cyber Security Assurance, Information Security or Security Architecture.
 * Experience conducting security risk assessments and maintaining risk registers.
 * Knowledge of UK cyber security frameworks, including GovAssure, CAF and ISO 27001.
 * Technical experience with Azure, Microsoft 365, Entra ID and Windows/Linux environments.
 * Understanding of SIEM, EDR/XDR and vulnerability management.
 * Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CCP or SIRA.

## Description

Working alongside technical teams and senior stakeholders, you will provide expertise across security assurance, risk management and security architecture, ensuring appropriate security controls are implemented and maintained., * Lead and support cyber security assurance assessments across IT, cloud and OT environments.

 * Conduct risk assessments, maintain risk registers and recommend mitigation strategies.
 * Review security architectures and advise on secure infrastructure and cloud solutions.
 * Support vulnerability management and identify potential security weaknesses.
 * Ensure compliance with GovAssure, CAF, ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials.
 * Promote secure-by-design principles and effective security controls.
 * Work with technical teams and senior stakeholders to communicate risks and recommend improvements.