Security Assurance Co-ordinator (specialist)
| Job Type | Contract |
| Location | Milton Keynes/ Hybrid |
| Area | South East, UK |
| Sector | Digital Tech: Cyber Security |
| Salary | £700 Per Day |
| Start Date | September 23rd, 2025 |
| Advertiser | Ashley Price |
| Job Ref | 7150-PSR1JP00094373 |
| IR35 | Inside |
| Security Clearance | SC |
- Description
- The Client:
A government department client is looking for a Security Assurance Co-ordinator (Specialist) to join them on a 12 month contract. This position will be in Milton Keynes/ Hybrid.
Job Summary:
Deliver an advisory specialist service to the project delivery function.
Purpose: Assess the [assignment] project security posture, through the phases of project delivery and articulate the remediation activity via production of the Secure-By-Design self-assessment tracker.
For each project, main activities for the co-ordinator, collaborating with technical and security, will include the following:
- Commence the registration of the Project to adopt Secure by Design.
- Capture business objectives and user needs.
- Ensure security is captured in the business case. Ensuring cyber security is captured in the business case, will enable further resources to be identified.
- Update the Secure by Design Self-Assessment Tracker.
- Source evidence to support the security position and statements for the project.
- Track secure by design confidence profile to ensure cyber security remains integral as the service evolves.
- Ensure specific security roles and responsibilities are assigned.
- Source a threat assessment with relevant teams.
- Determine which security controls will apply to risks.
- Support the implementation of a vulnerability management process with Operations teams.
- Update the security posture of the system where changes are applied.
- Retire security components securely in the decommission phase.
Deliverables:
Produce associated security artefacts as identified in the self-assessment tracker defined as part of the client's Security By Design.
Process, working with risk colleagues within IDD/ICSD:
- Completed Self-Assessment tracker.
- Working with risk practitioners to jointly produce Secure By Design assessments:Risk assessment papers, Risk Treatment Plan, Security Management Plan, Risk Balance Case.
- Preparation of reports to demonstrate compliance with SBD.
- Provide an update to Project leads on SBD status.
Reporting and Communication:
The Security Assurance Co-ordinator will provide regular reporting to the SBD and Cyber Security Services Lead.
An active SC clearance is required for this role. At a minimum, candidates must be eligible and willing to undergo security clearance. Due to the short-term nature of the contract and the urgency of the requirement, the client may prioritise applicants who already hold active SC clearance and meet all essential criteria.
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.
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.
- Commence the registration of the Project to adopt Secure by Design.
