Security Assurance Specialist

London, Nottingham or Manchester (Hybrid working model, 2 days a week office based, 3 days remote)

Competitive Salary, car allowance plus performance related bonus

Really great opportunity to secure a permanent role as a Security Assurance Specialist based from Manchester, Ruddington or London on a hybrid working model. The Security Assurance Specialist is responsible for working with project teams, including architects, analysts, technical designers and business users to ensure that projects are delivered securely, protecting customer, company and employee data and ensuring compliance with the Information Security policies and standards.

What will you be doing?

Conducting impact assessments on change, projects and proofs of concepts to capture security impacts and risks

Input to and review of project documentation to ensure that Security requirements are captured, delivered and tested

Creating traceable requirements from technical controls through to technical delivery requirements

Capturing requirements from the Security Architects and other Security specialists to the input to the delivery teams in a clean and concise manner

Completion of security-specific artefacts including Supplier Security Assessments, Software Security Reviews, Data Protection Impact Assessments and Business Continuity Assessments for the Change Delivery Management process

What are we looking for?

The Security Assurance Specialist must have experience of complex environments. This will preferably include experience of outsourced environments, Group/Market (hub and spoke) organisations, systems integrators. Any telecoms or energy background would be a bonus.

Experience working in a regulated environment

Experience with a wide range of security technologies.

A solid understanding of Risk Management, DPA and EU GDPR, and ISO 27001 is also required, along with experience of securing projects and using security testing methodologies.

Strong written and verbal communication skills capable of writing reports and presenting to groups. Capable of converting policy statement into reference security designs.

About the DCC:

At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. That desire to make a difference is what drives us every day and it wouldnt be possible without our people. Each person at the DCC brings a special kind of power to the business, and if you join us, well give you the means to unleash yours. Here, we depend on each other and hold each other accountable. You have the power to challenge and make change, to take the initiative and enjoy real responsibility. Whether its doing purposeful work, helping us grow or building the career you want well give you the support to do it all. Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britains energy system and helping the countrys fight against climate change: we want you to be part of our journey.

Company benefits:

The DCCs continued success depends on our people. Its important to us that you enjoy coming to work, and feel healthy, happy and rewarded. In this role, youll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle.

If there are any questions youd like to ask before applying, please contact Nick Hayman or complete your application, so we can learn more about you. Your application will be carefully considered, and youll hear from us regarding its progress.

Join the DCC and discover the power of you.

What to do now

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