<p><strong>Job Posting: Cyber Security Assurance Manager</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Portsmouth (Hybrid)<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £50,000 - £65,000 DOE</p><p><strong>Are You Ready to Lead the Way in Cyber Security Assurance?</strong><br /> Robert Half are seeking a dynamic, proactive, and experienced <strong>Cyber Security Assurance Manager</strong> to join a globally-scaled, fast-paced Security Operations Centre (SOC) environment. In this crucial role, you will ensure that the SOC maintains its commitment to best-in-class standards through internationally recognised security certifications and industry-wide assurance frameworks, delivering confidence to clients and meeting regulatory expectations.</p><p>As a core team member in <strong>Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)</strong>, you will lead certification efforts, influence operational processes, and engage directly with customers and auditors to showcase security credentials that differentiate our SOC from the competition. If you're skilled in blending technical insight with customer-focused communication while driving compliance excellence, this opportunity is for you!</p><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications and Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience delivering and managing cybersecurity certifications (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001, SOC2 Type II, Cyber Essentials Plus, CREST).</li><li>A strong understanding of SOC operations and security assurance frameworks.</li><li>Experience engaging with customers during audits and RFP/RFI processes, showcasing security-driven solutions.</li><li>Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as NIST CSF, GDPR, and UK NCSC guidance.</li><li>Experience liaising with external auditors and certification bodies.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Exceptional documentation and evidence collection capabilities.</li><li>Strong communication skills to articulate technical assurance challenges to leadership and customers.</li><li>Analytical and detail-oriented with a systematic approach to identifying gaps and driving improvements.</li><li>Superb collaboration and stakeholder management abilities.</li><li>Highly organised, able to manage multiple certifications and assurance projects simultaneously.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ol><li><strong> Certification Leadership:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Deliver and maintain<strong> </strong>certifications such as ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2 Type II, Cyber Essentials Plus, and CREST accreditation.</li><li>Manage sector-specific frameworks, like PCI DSS for payment card data and NCSC CIR/CHECK for secure operations.</li><li>Proactively identify compliance gaps and ensure certifications are renewed on schedule.</li></ul><ol start="2"><li><strong> Assurance for SOC Operations:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Embed certification requirements into SOC processes and everyday governance.</li><li>Lead the readiness for internal and external audits by ensuring effective evidence collection and monitoring.</li><li>Translate cybersecurity controls into operational procedures, enabling the SOC team to meet compliance standards.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li>Be at the forefront of maintaining global security standards for cutting-edge SOC services.</li><li>Collaborate with top-tier professionals and influence assurance initiatives on an international scale.</li><li>Competitive salary package of <strong>£50,000 - £65,000 DOE</strong>, with hybrid working flexibility from Portsmouth.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjk4OTQ5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>AI Assurance Specialist</strong><br /><strong>Salary: £40,000 - £50,000</strong><br /><strong>Location: Hybrid, Portsmouth</strong></p><p>Are you passionate about ensuring artificial intelligence operates in a compliant, transparent, and ethical manner? Do you have a background in certification and regulatory alignment within the AI space?</p><p>Robert Half are seeking an <strong>AI Assurance Certification Specialist</strong> to join our dynamic client and play a pivotal role in delivering trusted AI assurance to our global customers.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>The AI Assurance Specialist will take charge of maintaining AI certification standards, ensuring compliance with emerging global AI regulations, and building trust in our AI solutions. A primary focus will be leading the implementation and upkeep of <strong>ISO/IEC 42001 certification for AI Management Systems</strong> while embedding AI governance, risk management, and lifecycle processes into our wider assurance framework.</p><p>You will act as the key contact for customer-facing assurance activities, including audits, RFIs, and RFPs, while staying aligned with cutting-edge global AI regulations such as the EU AI Act, OECD AI Principles, and NIST AI RMF. This role offers the unique opportunity to collaborate with product, customer, and technology teams to strengthen our compliance posture and enhance adoption.</p><p><strong>Required Qualifications & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience delivering ISO certifications (e.g., <strong>ISO/IEC 42001</strong>, <strong>ISO 27001</strong>, or similar standards).</li><li>Strong knowledge of AI governance, risk management, and model lifecycle assurance frameworks.</li><li>Familiarity with ISO 42001 requirements, including:</li><ul><li><strong>Data quality and governance</strong>.</li><li><strong>Explainability, transparency, and human oversight</strong> in AI systems.</li><li>Incident handling and continuous improvement.</li></ul><li>Experience working with auditors, certification bodies, and customer assurance teams.</li><li>Understanding of global AI regulation frameworks, such as the <strong>EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF</strong>, and <strong>OECD AI Principles</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Exceptional ability to produce and organize compliance documentation, policies, and audit evidence.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication, able to simplify complex AI topics for technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>Analytical mindset with attention to detail for audit and assurance management.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjUwOTk0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
