Information Security Specialist

Posted 3 days 1 hour ago by Xpertise Recruitment

Permanent
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Other
Oxfordshire, Oxford, United Kingdom, OX1 1
Job Description

Role Title: Information Security Specialist
Location: Oxfordshire
Clearance Required: DV - British Citizens only
Contract Type: Inside IR35
Duration: 12 months
Rate / Salary: £700pd

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled DV-cleared Information Security Specialist to support a range of high-profile programmes with national significance. You'll provide expert guidance on information assurance and cyber risk, helping ensure systems, solutions, and data are protected by effective, risk-based security controls. This role is ideally suited to someone with a strong background in secure government or defence environments, capable of working across multiple stakeholders and influencing key decisions from a security perspective.

Key Responsibilities
  • Analyse and communicate cyber and information risks to project teams and risk owners.
  • Provide expert subject matter advice to senior stakeholders, including CISOs and project leads.
  • Guide IT and transformation projects on security best practices, architecture, and compliance.
  • Evaluate technical designs to ensure alignment with enterprise security architecture.
  • Maintain alignment with MOD, HMG, and NCSC frameworks and accreditations.
  • Engage with national authorities (e.g., NCSC) to support accreditations and assurance.
  • Oversee security testing activities (e.g., ITHC, vulnerability assessments).
  • Maintain security risk records, support audits, and provide regular reporting.
  • Promote a culture of high standards in information assurance and risk management.
Required Skills & Experience
  • Substantial experience in Information Security, Risk Management, or Assurance roles.
  • Deep understanding of UK government and defence security standards.
  • Familiarity with formal system accreditation and secure system design principles.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Strong analytical thinking with a solutions-focused mindset.
Security Clearance
  • Developed Vetting (DV) is essential - candidates must be British Citizens.
Interested?

If you're looking to apply your security expertise in a challenging contract, apply now and get in touch.