Cyber Security Assurance Manager
Director @ Franklin Fitch Recruitment | UK & USA | IT Infrastructure | 0203 696 4914
Overview: An exciting opportunity for an experienced Cyber Security Assurance Manager to take ownership of security certifications, audits, and assurance standards for a leading Security Operations Centre (SOC) environment. The role will focus on delivering and maintaining key certifications such as ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2 Type II, Cyber Essentials Plus, and CREST SOC accreditation, as well as supporting sector‑specific frameworks including PCI DSS and NCSC CIR/CHECK.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the delivery and ongoing maintenance of SOC‑related certifications including SOC 2 Type II, SOC 3, ISO/IEC 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, and CREST.
* Manage sector‑specific compliance such as PCI DSS and NCSC CIR/CHECK.
* Ensure timely renewals and proactively address compliance gaps.
* Integrate certification and assurance requirements into SOC governance, processes, and operations.
* Maintain evidence collection and audit readiness for both internal and external audits.
* Translate assurance and control requirements into actionable procedures for SOC teams.
* Act as a key point of contact for customer assurance activities related to SOC services.
* Support RFIs, RFPs, and audit requests with accurate and professional certification documentation.
* Develop and maintain customer‑facing assurance materials that demonstrate a strong security posture.
* Monitor changes in global cybersecurity regulations and standards (e.g. NIST CSF, NCSC, NIS2, GDPR).
* Ensure SOC assurance aligns with evolving regulatory and industry expectations.
* Advise senior leadership on how emerging regulations impact assurance strategy.
* Drive efficiency in assurance processes, reducing time to audit readiness and improving evidence management.
* Produce regular updates and reports for senior stakeholders on certification status and audit outcomes.
* Work closely with teams across SOC Operations, Information Security, Risk & Compliance, and Commercial functions.
* Deliver training and awareness sessions on SOC assurance standards and compliance best practices.
Experience & Qualifications
* Proven experience delivering and maintaining certifications such as ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2 Type II, Cyber Essentials Plus, and CREST.
* Solid understanding of SOC operations and security assurance frameworks.
* Experience managing customer‑facing assurance activities, including audits, RFIs, and RFPs.
* Knowledge of regulatory and industry frameworks including NIST CSF, GDPR, and UK NCSC guidance.
* Comfortable working with external auditors, certification bodies, and regulators.
Key Skills
* Strong documentation, compliance, and evidence management skills.
* Excellent communicator with the ability to explain complex assurance topics clearly and confidently.
* Analytical and detail‑oriented, with the ability to identify and close compliance gaps.
* Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across technical and commercial teams.
* Highly organised and capable of managing multiple projects and certifications simultaneously.
Personal Attributes
* High integrity and professionalism in all assurance activities.
* Customer‑focused and confident in handling external assurance interactions.
* Proactive and solutions‑oriented, with a continuous improvement mindset.
* Adaptable and resilient in a fast‑paced, global environment.
* Collaborative and team‑oriented, fostering trust across departments.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary package
* Flexible and remote working options
* Company pension and life assurance
* Private healthcare and dental cover
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days
* Access to professional training and development platforms
* Inclusive and supportive working culture
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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