Cyber Security Assurance Manager

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3 weeks ago
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Cyber Security Assurance Manager
Portsmouth, UK (flexible working - 2 days a week on-site!)

I'm working with a fast-growing UK cyber security provider delivering SOC and managed security services to enterprise and critical infrastructure customers. As they scale, they're investing in assurance and governance to strengthen customer trust and credibility.

They're hiring a Cyber Security Assurance Manager to own certifications, audits, and customer assurance across their SOC environment. This is a high-impact, visible role working closely with SOC, GRC, and commercial leadership.

Key focus areas

  • Leading ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, Cyber Essentials Plus, CREST and similar certifications
  • Ensuring the SOC remains audit-ready with strong governance and evidence
  • Acting as the main contact for customers, auditors, and certification bodies
  • Supporting RFPs, RFIs, and security due diligence
  • Tracking regulatory and framework developments such as NIS2, NIST, and NCSC

    What they're looking for
  • Experience delivering and maintaining cyber certifications such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, CREST, or similar
  • Strong understanding of SOC environments and operational security
  • Customer-facing assurance experience, including audits and security due diligence
  • Knowledge of frameworks like NIST CSF, GDPR, and UK cyber regulatory expectations
  • Comfortable working with auditors, regulators, and senior technical teams
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Detail-driven, organised, and commercially aware

    Strong package, flexible working, and the opportunity to shape assurance in a scaling business

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