Vice President of Technical Assurance Services

Vice President of Technical Assurance Services  

The Vice President of Technical Assurance Services is responsible for leading and driving the expansion and evolution of our cybersecurity assurance offerings. Technical Assurance Services encompass a range of security assurance and validation activities, including penetration testing, red teaming, vulnerability assessments, security audits, threat intelligence validation, and resilience testing. This role is responsible for overseeing the development, execution, and continuous improvement of these services, ensuring our clients receive world-class security solutions. The VP will work closely with senior leadership, technical teams, and clients to drive innovation, compliance, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for technical assurance services, aligning with business objectives and market demands. 

• Service Development & Execution: Oversee the delivery of penetration testing, red teaming, vulnerability assessments, security audits, threat intelligence validation, and other technical assurance services. 

• Innovation & Best Practices: Stay ahead of emerging threats, technologies, and industry standards to continuously evolve service offerings. 

• Client Engagement: Build strong relationships with clients, ensuring their security requirements are met with the highest level of professionalism and effectiveness. 

• Regulatory & Compliance Oversight: Ensure services align with industry standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, and regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, PCI-DSS, and SOC 2. 

• Operational Excellence: Establish and refine processes, methodologies, and metrics to drive efficiency and quality in service delivery. 

• Talent Development: Recruit, mentor, and lead a team of security professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. 

• Collaboration & Partnership: Work closely with internal business units, partners, and clients to integrate assurance services into broader cybersecurity programs. 

• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to technical assurance engagements. 

• Financial Oversight: Manage the regional and global TAS budget, strong understanding of commercials associated different services to ensure financial targets are met, costs are managed, resources are allocated effectively, and profitability is maintained.   

What we are looking for in you  

• Experience: Significant experience in cybersecurity, with a strong background in technical assurance services. 

• Leadership: Proven track record of leading and scaling technical teams in a multi-location environment whilst driving high growth. 

• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of penetration testing, ethical hacking, red teaming, vulnerability assessments, risk management, and resilience testing. 

• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, CISM, CEH, CREST, or equivalent preferred. 

• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of security frameworks, regulatory requirements, and threat landscapes. 

• Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical risks into business impacts for senior stakeholders. 

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and decision-making skills to address complex security challenges. 

Ways of working  

• Focusing on Clients and Customers.   

• Working as One NCC. 

• Always Learning. 

• Being Inclusive and Respectful.  

• Delivering Brilliantly.   

• Looking Externally  

Our company  

At NCC Group, our mission is to create a more secure digital future. That mission underpins everything we do, from our work with our incredible clients to groundbreaking research shaping our industry. Our teams' partner with clients across a multitude of industries, delving into, securing new products, and emerging technologies, as well as solving complex security problems. As global leaders in cyber and escrow, NCC Group is a people-powered business seeking the next group of brilliant minds to join our ranks.    

Our colleagues are our greatest asset, and NCC Group is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, authenticity, and accountability. We want colleagues to put down roots at NCC Group, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package, as well as opportunities for learning and development and career growth. We believe our people are at their brilliant best when they feel bolstered in all aspects of their well-being, and we offer wellness programs and flexible working arrangements to provide that vital support.  

Come join us?  

What do we offer in return?  

We have a high-performance culture which is balanced evenly with world-class well-being initiatives and benefits: 

⏰Flexible working  

💸 Financial & Investment  

Pension  

Life Assurance 

Share Save Scheme 

Maternity & Paternity leave 

🙋🏾Community & Volunteering Programmes  

⚡ Green Car Scheme  

🚴 Cycle Scheme  

🧑🏻‍🤝‍🧑🏻 Employee Referral Program  

🧘🏻 Lifestyle & Wellness  

🎓 Learning & Development  

👨🏿‍🦽 Diversity & Inclusion 

So, what’s next?  

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, then we would love to hear from you! Click on apply to this job to send us your CV and cover letter and the relevant member of our global talent team will be in touch with you. Alternatively send your details to global.ta@nccgroup.com . 

About your application 

We review every application received and will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. If you don’t hear back from us within 10 days, please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies and we would encourage you to keep an eye on our career opportunities as there may be other suitable roles. 

If you do not want us to retain your details, please email global.ta@nccgroup.com. All personal data is held in accordance with the NCC Group Privacy Policy (candidate-privacy-notice-261023.pdf (nccgroupplc.com)). We are committed to diversity and flexibility in the workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, please tell us at any stage. 

Please note that this role involves mandatory pre-employment background checks due to the nature of the work NCC Group does. To apply, you must be willing and able to undergo the vetting process. This role being advertised will be subject to BS7858 screening as a mandatory requirement.