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Security Assurance Lead - SC Cleared

SR2London🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 25 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers a significant opportunity to shape the security of critical government technology solutions, fostering valuable experience in a highly reputable program. You'll thrive here if you possess strong government security standards knowledge and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams in a hybrid environment. Apply now to make a tangible impact and advance your career.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Temporary/Casual
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Security Assurance Lead - SC Cleared

We're supporting a major UK Government programme and are looking for an experienced Security Assurance Lead to join a high-profile, multi-supplier delivery environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in assuring the security of critical technology solutions, working closely with delivery teams, architects, suppliers and senior stakeholders to ensure solutions are secure by design and aligned to government security standards.

What we're looking for

  • Proven experience as a Security Assurance Lead, Security Assurance Manager or Accreditor within Government, telecoms or other complex regulated environments.
  • Strong knowledge of NCSC guidance, Secure by Design, HMG security standards and risk management.
  • Experience working across large, complex programmes with multiple suppliers.
  • Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and providing constructive challenge.
  • Experience reviewing technical security architectures and designs.
  • Active SC Clearance is essential.

Desirable

  • Experience within telecoms, critical national infrastructure or emergency services.
  • Knowledge of 4G/5G networks, Zero Trust, cloud security and modern enterprise architecture.
  • Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CRISC, ISO27001, SABSA, TOGAF or AWS Security.

Contract Details

  • Hybrid working - approximately 2 days per week in London (Stratford) or Bristol
  • Start: Early September

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