Security Assurance Engineer – with SC Clearance
Are you a Security Assurance Engineer with a passion for safeguarding critical systems and delivering high-quality assurance reports? We’re looking for a Security Cleared professional to join a security team and play a key role in protecting digital assets and mission-critical infrastructure.
As a Security Assurance Engineer, you’ll be responsible for:
* Conducting security assurance activities across projects, products, and systems.
* Supporting risk assessments, security reviews, and compliance checks in line with organisational and government standards (e.g., NCSC, ISO 27001, JSP440).
* Producing clear, concise, and insightful security assurance reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Working closely with engineering, architecture, and risk management teams to ensure robust security controls are embedded throughout the system lifecycle.
* Maintaining documentation and evidence to support accreditation and audit processes.
Required Skills and Experience:
You’ll bring a strong blend of technical knowledge, analytical thinking, and communication skills. You have:
* Active Security Clearance (e.g., SC / DV).
* Proven experience in Security Assurance, Information Assurance, or Cyber Risk Management.
* Strong understanding of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, MoD JSPs, CAF, etc.).
* Excellent reporting and documentation skills – able to translate complex technical findings into actionable insights.
* Knowledge of cloud, network, or application security principles.
* A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a commitment to high standards of delivery.