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Lead Security Control Assessor

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1 month ago
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Lead Security Control Assessor – Fully Remote - Contract £500 inside IR35 – 9 months – potentially extended



The Opportunity

We’re supporting our client in the search for a Lead Security Control Assessor to join their remote information security team on a long-term contract. In this role, you'll lead the evaluation and assurance of security controls across cloud and on-premise environments, ensuring compliance with internal policies and industry standards. This is a hands-on leadership role, offering the chance to shape the quality and impact of a key assurance programme.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and delivery of scalable, repeatable methodologies for control testing, including automation in cloud environments
  • Plan and manage the execution of control testing – including risk identification, sampling, fieldwork, and reporting
  • Guide a team of assessors through testing activities and documentation reviews.
  • Identify control gaps, assess associated risks, and produce high-quality reports with actionable insights
  • Act as the primary stakeholder interface for control testing engagements, ensuring progress updates and clear communication
  • Contribute to ongoing improvements in the assurance programme by standardising materials and defining measurable KPIs


Skills & Experience Required

  • 8+ years of experience in IT audit or information security control assessments, with 3+ years in a lead or managerial role
  • Demonstrated experience assessing security controls in cloud environments (AWS and Azure)
  • Strong understanding of key frameworks and standards, including NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and COBIT
  • Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical findings into business language
  • Proficient in both automated and manual testing techniques for security controls


Desirable Experience

  • Experience with tools such as SailPoint, Rapid7, Wiz.io, Microsoft Defender, RSA Archer, and ServiceNow
  • Familiarity with automation and data analytics tools (Excel, Tableau, Alteryx, PowerBI)
  • Agile methodology experience, ideally with Jira and Kanban boards
  • Background in a Big 4 consultancy or similar high-compliance environment
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