Information Assurance Security Manager

Our client, a large Defence supplier, is looking for an experienced Information Assurance Security Manager to join their team. The role will operate within a project team at a large secure government department in Cheltenham. 

The client requires a minimum of 2 days/week working on site but are open to hybrid working at other times. You will be asked to specify your requirements during the application process.

Initial contract will be scheduled to run for 220 days (circa 1 year). Rate is determined by SFIA bands and candidates will therefore be considered for rates depending on their experience:

• SFIA band 4 experience, the maximum rate is up to £650/day.
• SFIA band 5 experience, the maximum rate is up to £780/day.

IR35 STATUS: Inside IR35. Our client has indicated that they intend to operate the engagement as Inside IR35. Candidates would be required to operate through an FCSA registered umbrella company on this engagement. The rates above represent rate payable to the umbrella co.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: 11/03/2024 at 12:00

This role requires candidates to hold current Enhanced DV clearance. As these are for requirements for contract resource, for early start, and due to the timescales to gain new clearances, candidates without current clearance cannot be considered on this occasion.

Role Description

As an Information Assurance Security Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and enhancing the security posture of systems and associated documentation being developed by our client. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement, manage, and continually improve Information Assurance policies, procedures, and controls. This role requires a good understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk management, compliance frameworks, and the ability to develop and execute comprehensive security strategies and influence change as the transformation of the capability progresses.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain Information Assurance policies, standards, and procedures. 
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify, assess, and prioritize security risks.
• Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies to address identified vulnerabilities.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of security controls, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention and notification systems, and other security technologies to ensure they are meet the requirements of the users and standards of the National Technical Authority.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure the security of network infrastructure, servers, and endpoints.
• Develop and maintain an incident response plan.
• Lead and coordinate incident response activities in the event of a security incident during initial implementation before this is transitioned to a BaU function.
• Develop and deliver security awareness programs to educate individuals on information security best practices. 
• Conduct training sessions in conjunction with SMEs to ensure vigilant and security-conscious users.
• Monitor and assess compliance with information security policies and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and participate in internal and external security audits.
• Work collaboratively with other relevant departments.
• Communicate security initiatives, risks, and issues to senior management. 

Candidate Eligibility

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK, this role will not offer Visa sponsorship. Tier 2 – General visas cannot be accepted.

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