Cyber Assurance Specialist

Matchtech
Introduction

Our client, a leading defence company, is seeking a Cyber Assurance Specialist to join their team. As a Cyber Assurance Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the information security and cyber security of our client’s operations. This is a contract position in the defence sector, based in Scotstoun, with a duration of 6 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide assurance and expertise in information security and cyber security.
• Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of data and systems.
• Identify vulnerabilities and risks, and recommend effective security measures.
• Conduct security assessments and audits to assess compliance.
• Develop and implement security policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate security threats.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security technologies and trends.
• Contribute to security incident response and recovery efforts.

Job Requirements

• Significant experience in information security and cyber security.
• Strong understanding of assurance practices and methodologies.
• Knowledge of relevant security standards and frameworks.
• Ability to identify and assess security risks.
• Experience in conducting security assessments and audits.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent, are desirable.

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications

Knowledge:
Industry knowledge of cyber security standards or knowledge of government standards
Cyber Assurance / Auditing experience of IT Systems
Knowledge of application, infrastructure and security technologies
Understanding of cyber security standards

Skills:
Information or cyber security certifications
Risk management experience
Ability to work autonomously and manage workload and priorities based on demand from multiple projects
iso7001 lead auditor, CISSP/ lead auditor/cyber assurance (cyber assessor or auditor)

Qualifications:
ISO27001
CISSP – 5 years experience and a sponsor for this
Cyber essentials scheme (would be looking for a lead assessor)

Conclusion

If you are a skilled Cyber Assurance Specialist with a background in information security and cyber security, and you are looking for an exciting opportunity within the defence sector, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client’s team and contribute to the protection of critical systems and information.