Senior Information Assurance Manager

Metropolitan Police; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000

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Senior Information Assurance Manager

Salary: The starting salary is £60,893, which includes allowances totalling £2,928.

The salary is broken down as £57,965 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale - £63,230. Plus, a location allowance of £1,928 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.

Location / Hybrid Working:

This role can be based in either Sidcup, Hendon or Bow but there may be a need for you to attend offsite meetings as required by the business. We actively support hybrid working solutions, with the expectation that you will have 2 days working at home.

The Role:

At the heart of one of the worlds most dynamic and complex policing environments, the Metropolitan Police Service is on a mission to make London the safest capital in the world. It’s a challenge that requires not only the best in frontline policing but also the most trusted technology and systems.

This is your chance to contribute to something far-reaching and impactful. As a Senior Information Assurance Manager, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the security, compliance, and resilience of our IT systems that power policing operations across the capital. It’s an opportunity to directly support officers and staff while contributing to the safety of millions of people.

This is not just another job. It’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on London’s policing and security operations. By joining, you’ll be part of a team that is passionate about delivering trusted technology and precise, data-driven policing. The Met offers great benefits, a supportive working environment, and ample opportunities for career growth in a dynamic and continuously evolving sector.

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.

What will you be doing?

Working within the Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) department, you’ll be part of the Information Assurance Unit (IAU). You’ll be responsible for overseeing information assurance and accreditation assessments for systems operating within the OFFICIAL tier of the Government Security Classification Policy. This role is not just about compliance; it’s about embedding security at the heart of everything we do. You will be a trusted advisor, shaping policy, managing risk, and ensuring that information security is a priority across the Met.

You'll maintain a rigorous assurance framework and lead the charge on risk mitigation strategies, ensuring the Met’s information security posture is solid and reliable. Your expertise will guide key stakeholders throughout their projects, from embedding security requirements from the outset to conducting risk assessments and delivering practical solutions.

In this role, your leadership will be crucial. You’ll act as the escalation point for risks and mitigation plans, working closely with senior stakeholders to navigate critical security incidents and ongoing compliance efforts. You will also ensure the smooth integration of security processes within new IT systems, as part of the Met’s procurement processes.

Essential skills:

• Expert knowledge in information risk methodology and its application in operational policing environments.
• Knowledge of information and cyber security policy and standards development
• Knowledge of Security Incident Management, risk mitigation and escalation
• A pragmatic and can-do approach to managing information risk.
• The ability to influence both upwards and downwards by demonstrating clear leadership.

At least one or a combination of the following:

• ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Information Security Analyst (NCSC/APMG Accredited)
• Certificate in Information Security Management Principles

Security Clearance:

Due to the secure nature of our work, successful candidates must pass all vetting and security requirements, which for this role means Vetting Clearance is Force Clearance Level, Recruitment Vetting (RV), and National Security Vetting (NSV) Level, Counter Terrorism Check (CTC).

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

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Law Enforcement