Security Assurance Manager

The Security Assurance Manager is responsible for identifying, assessing, and advising on the mitigation of security risks to protect the organisation's and our customers' assets, employees, and operations. This role involves developing and implementing risk management strategies, conducting security assessments, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance the security posture of the company. Additionally, the Security Assurance Manager will undertake security threat assessments on assets across the London portfolio, advising colleagues and staff on risk mitigation opportunities and strategies. The role will also involve networking with other risk professionals in the industry and implementing a program of tabletop exercises across the portfolio, providing guidance on best practices. The Security Assurance Manager will also advise and report back to senior management while being an integral part of the portfolio senior management team.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, analyse, and evaluate security threats, vulnerabilities, risks and solutions across the organisation.
• Develop, advise and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimise security threats.
• Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and penetration testing.
• Undertake security threat assessments on assets across the London portfolio.
• Support, collaborate, and undertake taskings aligned to the wider strategy and specialist frameworks overseen by the Director of Risk & Intelligence.
• Advise colleagues and staff on risk mitigation opportunities and strategies.
• Ensure compliance with security regulations, industry standards, and best practices.
• Develop and maintain business continuity and incident response plans.
• Monitor emerging threats, trends, and technologies to improve security measures.
• Lead investigations into security breaches and incidents, providing recommendations for prevention.
• Train employees on security awareness and risk management practices.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and key stakeholders.
• Network with other risk professionals, agencies and industry stakeholders.
• Implement a program of tabletop exercises across the portfolio, providing guidance on best practices.
• Advise and report back to senior management on security risks and mitigation strategies.
• Be an active part of the portfolio senior management team, contributing to strategic security planning.

Key Competencies and Qualifications

• Leadership Skills - Proven experience in developing and implementing security policies and procedures.
• Communication Skills - Strong verbal and written communication to interact effectively with clients, team members, and stakeholders. Ability to present security plans and reports to various audiences.
• Decision-Making and Problem-Solving - Strong analytical skills to assess security risks and develop mitigation strategies. Ability to make quick, informed decisions during emergencies or incidents.
• Organisational and Management Skills - Experience in managing large-scale security operations. Ability to coordinate various security activities and processes efficiently.
• Attention to Detail - Meticulous monitoring and reviewing of security operations and audits. Ensures compliance with legal regulations and standards.
• Risk Management - Ability to identify, evaluate, and mitigate potential security threats to assets and personnel. Experience in conducting security risk assessments.

Bidvest Noonan is a team of 27,000 passionate and customer-focused people. We work together to deliver exceptional service and value to customers across the UK and Ireland. We recruit great people to deliver our services and we provide them with the resources, training, and direction they need to do their best work. We always put people first. Our people are exceptional and go the extra mile to deliver outstanding services. We celebrate and recognise their successes at every opportunity. At Bidvest Noonan, we strive to make each person feel appreciated, engaged, and supported so that they can reach their potential, knowing it has a positive impact on our overall success. Bidvest Noonan is highly committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can feel valued and respected. We are delighted to welcome applicants from our Armed Forces community and people from diverse backgrounds and identities.