
Cyber Assurance Specialist
Civica US
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: London • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
CloudCyber Security
About the role
- Curate and maintain internal knowledge bases and external Trust Centre articles.
- Ensure content is accurate, accessible, and aligned with current cyber policies and standards.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to update documentation in response to regulatory or operational changes.
- Assist in the development, review, and maintenance of cyber security policies and procedures.
- Support the Head of Cyber Governance in maintaining and improving ISO 27001 controls and other compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS).
- Support risk identification, assessment, and reporting, collaborating with risk owners and business units.
- Prepare and coordinate evidence for internal and external audits.
- Conduct assurance activities against ISO 27001 and other relevant standards.
- Maintain audit trails and track remediation of findings.
- Proactively suggest improvements to controls and processes based on lessons learnt.
- Respond to customer security questionnaires and due diligence requests.
- Support supply chain assurance activities, including supplier risk assessments and documentation.
- Maintain a repository of standard responses and evidence for reuse.
- Assist in the development and rollout of security training materials for staff.
- Support the planning and execution of phishing simulations and cyber awareness campaigns.
- Track engagement and effectiveness of awareness initiatives through metrics and reporting.
- Assist with incident response documentation and post-incident reviews.
- Develop and Maintain Cyber SharePoint sites to ensure content is current and well-organised.
- Ensure documentation is version-controlled and accessible to relevant stakeholders.
- Support the adoption and optimisation of GRC/assurance tooling (e.g., Microsoft Purview, OneTrust).
- Proactively identify and recommend improvements to controls, processes, and training.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business, IT, and external partners to ensure alignment and effective communication.
Requirements
- Extensive knowledge of cyber security governance, risk management, and compliance principles, practices, and technologies (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, GDPR).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex security challenges and incidents.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with various departments and senior leadership.
- Awareness of cloud security principles and controls.
- Strong written communication skills, with experience in technical writing or documentation.
- Working knowledge of ISO 27001 and other cyber security standards.
- Experience supporting audits or compliance activities.
- Familiarity with SharePoint or similar content/document management platforms.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
- Experience in a cyber assurance, governance, or compliance role.
- Understanding of data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR).
- Experience with phishing simulation platforms and awareness tools.
- Knowledge of risk management and supplier assurance processes.
- Experience in Microsoft Purview, UpGuard, or similar tools.
- Basic scripting or automation skills (desirable).
- Minimum three years’ experience in cyber security, with at least two years in a GRC consultancy or assurance role.
- Certifications (Desirable): CompTIA Security+, SSCP, CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, or similar.
- Sector Experience (Desirable): Experience in regulated sectors (public sector, health, finance) is a plus.
Benefits
- 25 Days Annual Leave + bank holidays – plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days!
- Days of Difference – Up to 3 extra days off for volunteering.
- Pension Contributions – 5% employer match to support your future.
- Income Protection – Up to 75% salary cover for long-term illness.
- Life Assurance – 4x salary tax-free lump sum.
- Critical Illness Cover – £25,000 lump sum (extendable to dependents).
- Private Medical Insurance – Fast access to private healthcare.
- Health Cash Plan – Claim back physio, therapies & more.
- Dental Insurance – Cover for routine & emergency care.
- Affinity Groups – Join employee-led communities.
- Bounty Bonus – Refer a friend & get rewarded.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
cyber security governancerisk managementcompliance principlesISO 27001NISTCISGDPRtechnical writingphishing simulationdata protection regulations
Soft skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skillscollaborationprioritizationrelationship buildingtraining developmentreportingsuggesting improvements
Certifications
CompTIA Security+SSCPCISAISO 27001 Lead ImplementerISO 27001 Auditor