Information Assurance Specialist – 27-45 Great Victoria Street, Belfast
Recruiter: Jayson Coley‑Wynters
Career Grade: D / Competitive + Benefits
Internal Closing Date: 15th December 2025
Location: Belfast
Before applying, note this role requires security clearance and a minimum of 5 years UK working history.
Why this job matters
* Identify and understand all contractual security obligations for specified Customer Contracts.
* Deliver and verify implementation of end‑to‑end security services as defined within specified customer contracts.
* Implement ISO27001‑compliant security strategies, policies, procedures, processes, threat identification and responses that provide wrap‑around security services for a customer service.
* Manage operational risks related to people, information, assets, revenue and reputation and ensure compliance with relevant security requirements, including National Government regulations, contract obligations and company security and business continuity policy.
* Monitor and manage third‑party supplier compliance with the flow‑down of contractual obligations from BT.
* Monitor and manage programme security awareness.
Responsibilities
* Manage and maintain Security Governance, Risk and Compliance for specified Customer Contract(s).
* Manage Security Obligations for the Customer Contract(s) and ensure they are reviewed regularly; where non‑compliant, implement mitigation or raise contract risks.
* Implement and measure the effectiveness of the security framework, processes and plans for the contract, taking into account risks and legal/regulatory constraints.
* Support and where applicable, take ownership of customer‑specific security strategy development and deliver within approved timescales.
* Monitor and manage the effectiveness/certification of the contract as required (e.g., ISO27001, CE+, DART compliant service) by managing compliance to those certifications.
* Monitor and manage customer pen testing, ITHCs and associated remediation; drive and deliver security test plans.
Skills You Will Need
* Achieve and maintain Security Clearance as defined in the contract.
* Excellent commercial awareness and customer‑facing skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to make effective decisions and plan accordingly.
* Excellent time management and prioritisation.
* Understand frameworks such as ISO27001 and the Security Policy Framework.
* Good knowledge of Security Architecture, Design and operational processes.
Experience You Will Be Expected To Have
* Proven track record in security management (3–5+ years).
* Demonstrable experience implementing and managing security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, CE).
Inclusive Hiring Statement
Studies show that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best. If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway – you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.
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