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Job Opportunity: Information Security Officer (Cyber & Assurance)Working Model: Litchfield 1/2 days a fortnightSalary: Permanent OR Contract Opportunity availablePlease make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.Are you an Information Security professional looking to make a real impact at national scale? Were recruiting an experienced Information Security Officer to join a high-performing Cyber Security & Assurance function within a leading public sector organisation.In this role, youll be a key defender of a large and diverse digital estate ensuring that critical information assets remain secure, compliant, and resilient against evolving cyber threats.Youll act as a trusted SME across the organisation, shaping policy, driving assurance, and leading incident response activity. This is an exceptional opportunity to: Lead the rollout of security policy and frameworks across a large, complex environment Strengthen organisational cyber resilience and influence senior stakeholders Develop your career through extensive training, certifications, and professional pathways in cyber GRC What Youll Be DoingServe as the organisations lead for information security and complianceManage and enhance IT incident response processes, ensuring swift investigation and closureProvide expert guidance on IT security, cyber risk, and assurance to internal teams and partnersMaintain and evolve security frameworks aligned to ISO 27001, NIST, and national standardsConduct audits, assurance reviews, risk assessments, and compliance checksDeliver cyber awareness and training programmes across the organisationMaintain asset registers, audit trails, and security logs as evidence of complianceWork closely with internal/external partners to address vulnerabilities and cyber risksProduce high-quality reports and metrics for senior leadership and governance boardsParticipate in cyber forums and working groups to stay ahead of emerging threats What Youll BringMust-Have SkillsProven background in Information Security, Cyber Assurance, or Incident ManagementStrong knowledge of ISO 27001, risk assessment, and cyber incident proceduresUnderstanding of NCSC, NIST, CAF, and wider national cybersecurity frameworksExcellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder-engagement skillsAbility to operate independently with strong accountabilityExperience conducting audits, assurance reviews, and compliance assessmentsCommitment to continuous learning and development in cybersecurityMOD/Defence Sector Experience Whats in It for YouFlexible hybrid working modelClear progression pathways within Cyber Security & Information Assurance