637081 Information Security Consultant

Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working)Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum + BonusSecurity Clearance: Must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum (DV eligibility desirable) We are seeking an experienced Information Assurance Consultant to support critical Ministry of Defence (MOD) programmes. This role will focus on ensuring that security and information assurance requirements are embedded throughout the system lifecycle, supporting secure delivery across complex and highly regulated defence environments The successful candidate will possess strong experience in MOD security governance, Risk Management and Accreditation Documentation (RMADs), Security Operating Procedures (SyOPs), and information assurance activities. You will work closely with project teams, security stakeholders, and accrediting authorities to maintain compliance and manage information risk effectively. Key Responsibilities:Develop, maintain, and manage RMADs in accordance with MOD security policies and frameworksProduce and review Security Operating Procedures (SyOPs) and supporting security documentationConduct information assurance and security risk assessments across defence projects and systemsSupport security accreditation and assurance activities throughout the project lifecycleProvide expert guidance on information security controls, governance, and risk managementLiaise with project teams, security architects, accrediting authorities, and customer stakeholdersEnsure compliance with relevant MOD, government, and industry security standardsIdentify, assess, and mitigate information security risksSupport security audits, reviews, and assurance activitiesContribute to security governance forums and risk management procesess Essential Skills & ExperienceProven experience as an Information Assurance Consultant, Security Consultant, or similar role within MOD or wider government environmentsStrong practical experience producing and maintaining RMADsDemonstrable experience developing and reviewing SyOPsComprehensive understanding of MOD security policies, assurance frameworks, and accreditation processesExperience conducting security risk assessments and managing information riskStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsExperience working within highly regulated or classified environments CertificationsCISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) What's on OfferSalary up to £80,000 per AnnumHybrid working model with a Bristol-based officeOpportunity to work on high-profile MOD and defence programmesProfessional development and certification supportCollaborative and technically challenging environment