Information Security Lead Auditor

At ISOQAR, we draw on our experience, knowledge, and ambition to empower organisations to achieve their highest potential. Through our robust portfolio of progressive solutions, a comprehensive range of certifications and industry‑leading insights, we lead by example to amplify excellence within the organisations that we support. Due to continued growth, we are expanding our Lead Auditor team across the South East and are seeking professionals based within commutable distance of London.

With onsite practical experience and deep knowledge of industry processes, policies and regulations, you’ll help clients reach their full potential. While internal audit experience is helpful, it’s not mandatory as we offer comprehensive training via our academy. Following your Global and Divisional inductions, you will embark on a 12‑week training programme, including classroom and onsite learning with a Senior Lead Auditor to achieve your Lead Auditor qualifications within Quality Management Systems (9001) and Information Security Management Systems (27001). We’re particularly interested in candidates who bring experience beyond IT. Be sure to highlight any work experience since leaving education on your CV.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and lead independent, third‑party audits
• Gather objective evidence and prepare clear, impartial audit reports
• Host opening and closing meetings to communicate findings
• Build and maintain professional client relationships
• Continue developing knowledge of the industry and evolving standards
• Complete auditor training and achieve Lead Auditor qualifications (supported by ISOQAR)

Qualifications

You’ll bring hands‑on operational experience from a relevant industry or industries and understand how organisations operate day to day. Strong communication skills, analytical thinking and clear, accurate report writing are essential, alongside a professional and methodical approach. You’ll also be comfortable with regional and national travel (including occasional overnight stays) and hold a full UK driving licence. Your integrity, technical knowledge, and ability to deliver high‑quality, value‑adding audit reports will enable you to thrive in this role.

Benefits

• Enhanced parental leave
• Generous annual leave
• Healthcare plan
• Annual giving day – an extra day to give back to yourself or your community
• Car allowance or company car
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Life assurance – 3x base salary
• Rewards program – access to discounts and cash‑back
• LinkedIn Learning license for upskilling & development

What You Can Expect If You Apply

A response to your application within 15 working days. An interview process consisting of:

• An initial discovery call with the recruiter
• Competency‑based interview with the stakeholders you’ll be working with closely in the role

We’ll assess applications individually and consider whether we can provide the right support to help you develop and succeed in the role. We’re keen to ensure our hiring process allows you to be at your best, so if you need us to make any adjustments, please let us know.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ISOQAR is a proudly equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring that no candidate is discriminated against because of gender identity and expression, race, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, colour, region, creed, national origin or sex. We are dedicated to growing a diverse team while continuing to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe and empowered to be themselves.