Security Assurance Manager

Reading, Berkshire
Project People

Security Assurance Manager

Reading /Hybrid

Permanent

We have an exciting opportunity for a Security Assurance Manager to join our dynamic cyber security team in the telecoms sector. Elevate your security management career in a role where you’ll lead and manage a cyber-security assurance function.

Key Responsibilities of the Security Assurance Manager include:

Penetration Testing:

• Manage pen test programs and coordinate remediation activities.
• Validate potential vulnerabilities internally or externally.

Guidance and Collaboration:

• Provide guidance on application security and DevSecOps best practices.
• Collaborate on security content development and Red/Purple Team exercises.

Reporting and Escalation:

Liaise with SAAC and business teams to track product vulnerabilities.

Stakeholder Management:

Manage internal stakeholders and suppliers, organizing vulnerability management meetings.

Risk Reduction:

Liaise with leadership, business, finance, SAAC, and GRC to progress issues.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Support security champions and manage the penetration testing program.
• Collaborate with Software Engineers and SREs to ensure product security.
• Conduct product security training and workshops.

The successful Security Assurance Manager will have:

• Experience with industry security standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of security and risk management, emerging threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Strong leadership and facilitation skills.
• Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of driving change.
• Knowledge of networking concepts, protocols, and network security.
• Familiarity with penetration testing principles and tools.
• Understanding of OWASP, static and dynamic analysis, and vulnerability management.
• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSLP, OCSP, GIAC, GPEN).
• University Degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.

To apply for the Security Assurance Manager please send your CV to (url removed)

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