Security Assurance Co-ordinator
| Job Type | Contract |
| Location | London |
| Area | London, UK |
| Sector | Defence & Nuclear |
| Salary | £700 Per Day |
| Start Date | July 22nd, 2025 |
| Advertiser | Ashley Price |
| Job Ref | 7070-PSR1JP00092962 |
| IR35 | Inside |
| Security Clearance | DV |
- Description
- The Client:
A government department client is looking for a Security Assurance Co-ordinator to join them on a 20 month contract. This position will be in East Kilbride or Milton Keynes/hybrid.
Job Summary:
Essential:
- An active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. (Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance.).
- Sole UK National.
- Experience working in a secure or regulated environment (e.g., Defence, Government, Nuclear, Finance).
- Strong background in information security, compliance, or assurance.
- Confident communicator across technical, military, and civilian stakeholders.
- Proven ability in audits and physical assurance checks.
- Strong judgement, initiative, and ability to operate effectively in a small, high-trust team.
- MS Office suite.
Desirable:
- Experience with or understanding of CASD (Customer Access Security Device).
- Knowledge of PKI operations and secure credentialing.
- ITILv4 Foundation or Agile SAFe Foundation certifications.
- Previous experience within defence, Defence Digital, or another secure government department.
- Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., BCS, ISACA, IISP).
Our Company:
Malikshaw Interim & Executive is a specialist provider of talent management solutions helping our clients transform the delivery of our public services. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we combine providing the best talent with delivering diverse, inclusive workforces and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women.
How to Apply:
Please apply through the link provided to send your application directly to the Recruiter managing this assignment.
Disability Confident:
As a member of the disability confident scheme, the Client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.
Armed Forces Covenant:
As a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, the Client guarantees to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.
If you qualify for any of the above, please notify us on your covering letter and your recruiter will confirm if the client is a member. We will then be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview.
Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know.
- An active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. (Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance.).
