INFORMATION ASSURANCE AND SECURITY OFFICER, DEFENCE AND SECURITY PROGRAMME

Named in honour of Alan Turing, the Institute is a place for inspiring, exciting work and we need passionate, sharp, and innovative people who want to use their skills to contribute to our mission to make great leaps in data science and AI research to change the world for the better. Please find more information about us This role works with the Institute’s Defence and Security Programme and is responsible for management of the security aspects of the Programme. The Alan Turing Institute’s Defence and Security has three aims – to support defence and national security agencies to keep societies and citizens safe; to protect the privacy and security of citizens, institutions and industry; and to contribute to the global good by enabling societies around the world to derive benefit and prosper from emerging technology. To achieve these aims, the programme has formed long-term strategic partnerships, with the UK Government defence and security organisations, and a range of academic and industry partners. The Information Assurance and Security Officer will design, implement and manage the Defence and Security programme’s security function in accordance with the requirements of the Security Management Plan and associated policies, and will assist with the protection of programme information and data through policy, procedural, technical and physical enhancements. This role reports to the Information Security Manager in the IT and Information Security unit and works closely with the Defence and Security Programme’s scientific leadership and Programme Management Unit, in addition to academic and industry partners and funders. Manager to ensure compliance with relevant technology security and data protection policies. This role may be suitable for someone who has worked previously in a security role, such as a junior Information Assurance or Government Unit Security Officer position or has experience or knowledge of assuring and/or auditing the security of an organisations online and physical information and data assets, and the administration of personnel security also. DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Develop and maintain up-to-date Security Management Plans (SMP) on behalf of the Institute’s Defence and Security Programme, and its government, academic and industry partners. Maintain and control other security documents as required, such as asset, information and risk registers. Design and implement new foundational business and operational processes and procedures to ensure compliance with the requirements of the SMPs, and the associated Institute technology security and data protection policy. Produce regular reports on programme security activities and risks for internal stakeholders, and external partners and funders in accordance with contractual terms and conditions. Provide information assurance and accreditation support and advice to the Defence and Security Programme Director, Programme research leadership and Senior Programme Manager. Support the monitoring of Programme’s security risks and vulnerabilities, and implement appropriate mitigations as needed. Assist with raising awareness of key Defence and Security Programme security-related risk, issues and initiatives. If not already held, successful candidate will be willing to undertake the SC clearance process once in post. Eligibility criteria and further information on the process can be found on the UK Government security vetting . Successful candidates will be subject to a Dstl research workers form check at the offer stage. Degree, Diploma or equivalent level of professional qualifications and/or experience. Relevant experience in information assurance and security administration or management. Understanding of information assurance and security governance, and risk management processes and methods. Experience or knowledge of handling, storing, recording, auditing and documenting of sensitive information and data. Relevant experience in information assurance and security administration or management. Clear and effective communication skills Ability to plan, execute, and manage numerous security management activities in an organised fashion. Ability to obtain and maintain a UK security clearance (SC) APPLICATION PROCEDURE If you are interested in this opportunity, please click the apply button below. You will need to register on the applicant portal and complete the application form including your CV and covering letter. If you have questions about the role or would like to apply using a different format, please contact us on 020 3862 3536, or email . If you are applying for more than one role at the Turing, please note that only one Cover Letter can be visible on your profile at one time. If you wish to apply for multiple roles and do not want to overwrite your existing Cover Letter, please apply for the role using the button below and forward your additional cover letter directly to quoting the job title. If you are an internal applicant and wish to apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter directly to and your application will be considered. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: SUNDAY 12 MAY 2024, AT 23:59 (UK, BST) TERMS AND CONDITIONS This full-time post is offered on fixed-term basis until December 2025. The annual salary is £45,000 to £48,000 plus excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies, The Alan Turing Institute is based at the British Library, in the heart of London’s Knowledge Quarter. This role requires attendance at the office 2 days per week. Must be eligible to hold a UK SC clearance and secure SC clearance within 6 months of the commencement of their employment, or in such longer period as the Institute may in its absolute discretion consider reasonable to obtain such clearance. Successful applicants will be subject to a DSTL research workers check at the offer stage. EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION The Alan Turing Institute is committed to creating an environment where diversity is valued and everyone is treated fairly. In accordance with the Equality Act, we welcome applications from anyone who meets the specific criteria of the post regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We are committed to making sure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive. This includes making reasonable adjustments for candidates who have a disability or long-term condition. Please contact us at  to find out how we can assist you. Please note all offers of employment are subject to obtaining and retaining the right to work in the UK and satisfactory pre-employment security screening which includes a DBS Check. Full details on the pre-employment screening process can be requested from