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Job Description

Recruiter: Jayson Coley-Wynters

Career Grade: D (Competitive + Benefits)

Internal Closing Date: 13th April 2026

PLEASE NOTE BEFORE APPLYING: Role requires SC (Security Clearance) minimum 5 years working history

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.

This is an opportunity to play your part and protect our company, our customers and our communities from cyberattack. Be part of a dedicated team and get ready to be challenged every day to make the most of your skills and experience. You’ll learn from those around you, and from outstanding training and development resources to become even better at what you do. With the best technology at your fingertips, you'll be part of a friendly and flexible working environment where your contribution is always valued.

Job Description

Why this job matters

The Cyber Security Governance & Assurance Professional supports the analysis, assessment, and deployment of security governance and assurance measures to remove cyber risk.


What you'll be doing

• Provide support to the communication of relevant IT security procedure and/or process as relevant.
• To support delivery of aspects of the security framework applicable to the contract.
• Run meetings and the associated governance, e.g. setting agendas, issuing clear minutes and actions.
• Undertake obligations management, understanding the need of evidence
• Contribute to the delivery of the target improvement, productivity gains and cost efficiencies.
• Advises BT, on systems issues relating to risk compliance, incident management affecting BT.
• Managing and updating of BT Security risk to ensure efficient management of those relating to the contract.

The skills you will need

• Achieve Security Clearance as defined in the contract.
• Be able to understand Contract and identify obligations relevant to the role.
• Maintains an awareness of the evolving security and threat landscape.
• Achieve and maintain relevant security accreditations (CISMP, M.Inst.ISP, etc.).
• Understand the application of frameworks ISO27001, Security Policy Framework.

Experience needed

See skills required for the role plus:

Preferred:

  • Have a keen interest in security security management (0-5 years)
  • Have an understanding of security frameworks or risk management principles. (eg ISO27001, CE+)

Security is one of the fastest growing parts of our global organisation. We are protecting our networks from more than 6,500 cyber attacks each day, investing over £40m in research each year - and in employing nearly 3,000 people, we’re also the largest private cyber employer in the UK. With incredible opportunities to learn, develop and grow your skills, we’ll invest in you, nurture your potential and shape your future – whatever your background or experience. ​

In today’s world, safe and secure digital connections have never been more vital. You’ll be joining a global company operating at the forefront of the information age: BT employs 90,000 people in 180 countries. With huge scale, we’re capable of achieving great things, striving to be personal, simple, and brilliant for our customers whilst creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Play your part. Make a difference. We are the Protectors.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.

Company benefits

25 (UK, increasing with service) / 21 (India) days annual leave + bank holidays
Adoption leave – 18 weeks full pay, 8 weeks half pay, 6 months statutory
Bank holiday swaps
Buy or sell annual leave – buy up to 5 days/year pro rata
Carer’s leave – Two weeks paid leave
Cinema discounts
Coaching
Compassionate leave
Complimentary Medical Services
Cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts
Enhanced maternity leave – 18 weeks full pay, 8 weeks half pay, 6 months statutory
Enhanced paternity leave – 18 weeks full pay, 8 weeks half pay, 6 months statutory
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Enhanced sick pay – 3 months
Faith rooms
In house training
L&D budget – sponsored accreditation available for certain professions
Learning platform – internal and external learning content via Degreed
Learning license – unlimited access
Lunch and learns
Mental health platform access – Silvercloud
Mentoring
Neo-natal leave
Open to job sharing
Open to part time work for some roles
Optional unpaid leave
Private GP service – 24/7 virtual GP access for UK colleagues
Referral bonus
Returnship
Salary sacrifice
Share options
Shared parental leave
Travel loan
Volunteer days – 3 volunteer days per year
Reservist leave
Fertility treatment leave
Pregnancy loss leave
Pregnancy support
Fertility treatment leave
Pregnancy loss leave
Pregnancy support
On-site catering
On-site barista
On-site shower
Modern office
Collaboration spaces
Private booths
On-site wellness room
Open to part-time employees
Open to compressed hours

Working at BT Group

Company employees:

100,000 across BT Group (24,000 at BT Business)

Gender diversity (m:f):

74.3:25.7 (BT Group)

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