Cyber Security Governance & Assurance Specialist

Job Title:

Cyber Security Governance & Assurance Specialist

Req

Job Function:
Security

Posting

Start Date:

25/09/2026

Posting End Date: 07/10/2026

Division: UK Business

Job Location:

G  London - 5 Canada Square

Advertised Salary:
Competitive Salary + Benefits

Career Grade: D

Expiry Date: 07/10/26

Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you will be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (). An allowance of £5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.

Security isn't always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact.

We connect for good.

You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people.

Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities, and your contribution is always valued.

• Impact of the role:
  The IA and Technical Compliance leads the Complex Customer logical Security risk management programs, which is designed to ensure that the Complex customer services and data are adequately protected.

This job role is based in London. Due to security requirements, this role requires you to be located on site during your working hours.

Mon-Fri 37.5.

DV Security Clearance is required. Must have lived in UK for 10+ years to obtain clearance.

• Responsible for the development of risk management frameworks and any associated actions or steps.
• Responsible for development of Security documents to support the required cyber security and risk management frameworks.
• Monitoring and reporting of security contract obligations status.
• Supporting system and software engineers with control implementation
• Ensuring test plans assess the adherence to relevant control requirements

• Information Security Strategy
• Security governance
• Information risk management
• Security Controls
• Stakeholder Management

• Security industry recognised certification e.g. CISSP.
• Industry Security Frameworks and Accreditations experience i.e ISO, NIST, - Mandatory
• Experienced Leadership and Operational experience within industry - Mandatory
• Understanding of Security Landscape and specialisms of those domains.
  
  - Mandatory
• Significant Risk Management, and Accreditation expertise

Tailored benefits make a real difference. That's why we offer a comprehensive range to support your growth, wellbeing, and everyday life.

You can design the package to suit you and your lifestyle. Your core benefits include:

• 10% on target annual bonus
• Access to an online private GP 24/7 for you and your immediate family
• Market-leading paid carers leave with up to 2 weeks off
• Equalized maternity, paternity, and adoption leave - 18 weeks' full pay and 8 weeks' half pay
• Discounted EE and BT products, including mobile and broadband
• Market leading Pension scheme - 5% from you and 10% from us
• Holiday purchase scheme

You can select additional benefits, including healthcare, dental, gym memberships and more when you're ready.

Join us at a pivotal moment for BT Business. We are executing a multi-year transformation to restore growth, modernise at scale and unlock new markets beyond connectivity. Our ambition is clear - return to sustainable revenue and EBITDA growth, strengthen our market position, and deliver meaningful shareholder value through…