Information Security and Assurance Advisor Leek WoottonPermanent opportunityJOB PURPOSE:To provide expert guidance and specialist advice on all aspects of information assurance, security, and risk management. The role ensures the development and implementation of relevant policies, procedures, and processes necessary for compliance with national standards and codes of connection for information systems.This role includes maintaining the Information Security Incident Register, coordinating investigations into reported incidents, and recommending corrective measures to prevent recurrence.The postholder will also undertake onsite audits of facilities and assessments of third-party suppliers to ensure compliance with expected security and assurance standards.Additionally, the role supports departments with completing Data Protection Impact Assessments and offers professional advice on information assurance and security-related matters. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:Support the Information Security and Assurance programme to ensure assurance and compliance processes meet national standards and reporting requirements (e.g. SyAP).Develop, review, and implement policies and best practices for managing information and cyber security, in alignment with organisational needs.Establish and apply techniques to regularly assess compliance of information assets with legal, regulatory, and best practice requirements.Serve as a point of contact for queries on information security and assurance.Plan ..... full job details .....