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Security Assurance Engineer
£85,000 - 85,000
Pearson Whiffin IT & Digital
New Cut Road, London
£85,000 - 85,000
Requirements
Must:
- SC Clearance is essential and must have been active within the last 12 months.
- Experience producing structured security assurance documentation, security cases, or security arguments (e.g., using GSN, safety/security case approaches, or similar).
- Ability to interpret diverse security inputs such as pen test results, architectural designs, risk assessments, compliance outputs and turn them into coherent assurance narratives.
- Strong understanding of how organisational processes, behaviours, and controls influence security.
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to present complex security information clearly and persuasively.
- Experience in large or complex projects where security needed to be managed holistically (not just at a technical-control level).
- Knowledge of relevant security standards or frameworks (e.g., NCSC, ISO 27001, NIST, etc.) is a plus.
Technologies
Responsibilities
- Review and analyse security artefacts, test results, assessments, and technical outputs from the cyber teams.
- Translate security information into clear, evidence-based Security Assurance Reports.
- Develop, maintain, and communicate security arguments that demonstrate how risks are mitigated and how the service meets required security outcomes.
- Look beyond technical controls to assess people, process, and governance aspects that contribute to end-to-end security.
- Provide a holistic view of how all elements—technical and non-technical—impact the security of implemented services.
- Engage with stakeholders across engineering, delivery, and governance to ensure security assurance is understood and integrated.
Description
We are seeking a Security Assurance Engineer who can see the whole security picture encompassing technology, people, and processes. You will join a team of experienced cyber specialists committed to enhancing our security posture. This role offers an opportunity to work on meaningful projects, engage with various stakeholders, and contribute to the overall security landscape. We value clear communication, collaborative teamwork, and a proactive approach to security assurance.
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