Cyber Risk and Assurance Specialist
We are seeking a Cyber Risk and Assurance Specialist to support the identification, assessment and management of cyber security risks across a complex technology and business environment. This role will help strengthen security governance, provide assurance over key controls and promote practical, risk-based improvements that protect information, systems and services. You will work closely with technology, operational risk, compliance, audit and business stakeholders to ensure cyber risks are understood, appropriately documented and managed within agreed tolerance levels.
Key responsibilities will include maintaining cyber risk and control registers; conducting risk assessments for projects, suppliers, systems and emerging technologies; reviewing security policies, standards and procedures; and monitoring remediation plans through to completion. You will coordinate and contribute to assurance activities, including control testing, internal reviews, regulatory assessments and audit engagements. The role will also involve analysing security metrics, preparing clear reports for senior stakeholders, supporting risk acceptance decisions and advising teams on appropriate security controls. You will help track changes in the threat landscape and translate relevant developments into actionable recommendations.
The successful candidate will have experience in cyber security risk, information assurance, technology risk, IT audit or a related discipline, together with a sound understanding of security frameworks and control environments. Familiarity with standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls or COBIT is desirable, as is experience of third-party risk management, cloud security or regulatory compliance. Strong analytical, communication and influencing skills are essential, along with the ability to explain technical and risk concepts to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or equivalent would be advantageous. You should be organised, pragmatic and confident working independently while collaborating effectively across multiple teams and priorities.
Cyber Risk and Assurance Specialist
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