Information Assurance Specialist

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AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for an

Information Assurance Specialist

for a

12 Month

contract based in

Derby (3 days per week on-site). The Role & Responsibilities: The Information Assurance Specialist will provide cyber security, information assurance, and compliance oversight across the programme. Working as part of a wider information security team, you will ensure that solutions are designed and delivered in line with the clients security policies, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements. The role focuses on assurance rather than delivery, providing guidance, challenge, and governance to delivery teams throughout the solution lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Provide

cyber security and information assurance direction

to programme and delivery teams. Ensure solutions are designed and built in line with

internal security policies, standards, and ISO frameworks . Support

policy compliance and assurance activities

across SaaS and on-premise systems. Identify, assess, and manage

information security risks , ensuring appropriate mitigation and documentation. Define and review

security controls , including identity, access management, and data protection. Coordinate

penetration testing

with third-party providers and support remediation activities. Contribute to security design reviews, threat modelling, and assurance documentation. Work collaboratively with other information security specialists and delivery teams. Provide clear security status updates, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities, Skills & Experience: Proven experience in an

Information Assurance, Cyber Security, or Information Security . Strong knowledge of

ISO standards

(e.g. ISO 27001) and enterprise security frameworks. Experience supporting security assurance across

SaaS and on-premise environments . Understanding of

risk management, security controls, and access management . Experience coordinating or supporting

penetration testing Ability to work effectively in a

matrix-managed, team-based environment .

Desirable: SC Clearance

or eligibility to obtain. Experience working in large enterprise or regulated environments. Knowledge of aviation, manufacturing, or asset-intensive industries. Familiarity with third-party/vendor risk management. Next Steps: We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business

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Location:: United Kingdom
Job Type:: FullTime
Category:: IT