23208 - Regional Information Security and Assurance Lead (RISAL) - London Probation Service


Company:	Ministry of Justice
Salary:	£37,238 to £44,520 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, SE1 1JD
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	15 Oct 2026
Closing date:	4 Nov 2026

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Summary

This is an excellent opportunity to join London Probation Service in a high-profile leadership role at the heart of corporate services. We are seeking a dynamic and proactive individual who can provide expert information security and assurance leadership, influence senior stakeholders, and drive improvements in organisational resilience and compliance. The successful candidate will combine strong analytical and investigative skills with the ability to build relationships, challenge constructively, and lead change, helping to safeguard information and support the delivery of safe, effective public services.

Overview of the job

The Regional Information Security and Assurance Officer (RISAL) sits within the Corporate Service function in the Probation Service region and reports directly to the Head of Corporate Services.

They will have line management responsibility for Information Security related Project Officers within the region.

The RISAL is the link between the Probation Service region and the HMPPS Information Security Team.

The geographical base for the RISAL post can be flexible within their regional area and will require travel across the region and some work in London and other locations.

Summary

The RISAL is responsible for ensuring compliance across all Probation Service units within the region with all Information Security Policy Framework requirements and ensuring all quarterly and annual departmental returns are completed and submitted in an accurate and timely manner on behalf of the Regional Probation Director who is the Information Asset Owner.

As the Subject Matter Expert, the RISAL will be required to lead investigations into all security incidents and breaches and report their findings and recommendations in full to the commissioning manager.

The RISAL will chair and manage the Regional Information Assurance Committee and will have a seat on the National Information Management Programme Board chaired by the Business Strategy and Change Lead.

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