Information Assurance Specialist

Salary: The starting salary is £51,196, which includes allowances totalling £2,841.

The salary is broken down as £48,355 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale - £52,730. Plus, a location allowance of £1,841 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.

Location / Hybrid Working:

Primarily the role can be based in Hendon, Lambeth or Kilburn and there will be a need for you to attend various UK locations as required by the business. We actively support hybrid working solutions with the expectation of a maximum of 2 days a week in one of the previously mentioned locations.

Security Clearance:

Due to the secure nature of our work, successful candidates must pass all vetting and security requirements, including Counter Terrorism (CTC), before they you can be appointed.

More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/national-security-vetting

The Role:

Join the Met's Data Office and play a pivotal role in shaping a data-driven organisation. We treat our data with the same importance as our people, methods, and technology, making it a strategic asset. Our team is dedicated to driving data compliance, fostering analytics, and ensuring effective data sharing and collaboration both internally and with external partners.

As the Information Assurance Manager, you'll be the go-to expert for all Information Assurance, Security, and Risk matters within the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS). You'll be responsible for ensuring compliance with key security standards and frameworks, and for developing and implementing robust information security policies and procedures. This role is vital to the Met’s mission, directly impacting our ability to safeguard against cyber and IT threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Assurance: Evaluate and assure local information systems, ensuring they meet necessary security standards.
• Physical Security: Conduct physical security inspections and provide guidance to improve security measures.
• Procurement Assurance: Offer information assurance input during procurement processes to ensure compliance and security.
• Policy Development: Develop and implement security policies and procedures in line with the Cabinet Office Security Policy Framework (SPF), National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), and Police Digital Service (PDS) standards.
• Advisory Role: Provide expert advice on information security to various departments within the organisation.

What we can offer:

• Hybrid working arrangements for a healthy work-life balance
• 28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays), rising to 33 days after 5 years continuous service
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Enrolment with the Met’s employee incentive partner, Edenred, giving access to a range of rewards and incentives
• Access to a range of financial products via the Metropolitan Police Trading Service, including preferred credit facilities
• Generous family leave for pregnancy, adoption, paternity and shared parental leave
• Childcare support including nursery and play scheme discounts
• Excellent contributory pension scheme for your financial future
• Access to the Bluelight Emergency Services discount card with a range of official discounts from large national retailers to local businesses including holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and much more
• A substantial range of health and wellbeing benefits including physiotherapy, 24/7 rehabilitation services and free eye tests
• To promote physical well-being you will have full access to subsidised sports centre membership to over 3,000 UK gyms and 80 London Fitness Centres. There is also an excellent range of sporting activities on offer through the various Met Police Sports and Social Clubs.

Essential Criteria:

• Demonstrable experience in Information Security, Information Assurance, IT Security, Information Systems, or related risk assessment disciplines.
• The ability to assess risks and apply appropriate measures.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to explain complex issues to senior officers and stakeholders.
• A proactive, flexible, and self-driven approach to your work.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Desirable Criteria:

• Certificate in Information Security Management Principles (CISMP).
• ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification.
• Relevant risk or audit qualifications.
• Demonstrable experience in Information Security, Information Assurance, IT Security, Information Systems, or related risk assessment disciplines.

What else should you know?

Travel Opportunities: This role involves travel throughout the UK, with occasional nights away from home. On average, travel is required once a month, with the possibility of twice in a month. All travel expenses are covered.

Career Development: The Met actively encourages internal mobility and offers a robust personal career development programme. You'll have ample opportunities for training and professional growth.

Team and Culture: You'll be working alongside a small, dedicated team of highly skilled and experienced colleagues. The chance to learn from and grow with them is immense, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Impactful Work: This is a crucially important position with significant responsibility. Your work will directly impact the Met's ability to protect itself from cyber and IT attacks, ensuring the security of sensitive information.

Support and Resources: We provide all the training and development opportunities you need to excel in your role. You will be well-supported by a team committed to securing the Met's information infrastructure.

We view diversity as fundamental to our success. To tackle today’s complex policing challenges, we welcome applications from all of our London communities.