This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll work across a broad range of security and assurance activities, helping to protect critical services and support continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading vulnerability management activities and working with technical teams to reduce security risks.
- Managing and supporting security incidents, investigations and lessons learned activity.
- Conducting security risk assessments and advising on appropriate controls for systems, services, projects and suppliers.
- Supporting governance, compliance and assurance processes through reporting, monitoring and improvement planning.
- Acting as a trusted advisor, helping colleagues across the organisation understand security risks and make informed decisions.
- Maintaining oversight of security actions, controls and improvement initiatives to strengthen our overall security posture.
You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to the development of security policies, standards and guidance, helping to shape the future direction of information security across the organisation.
To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description.
We don’t expect candidates to meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!
Role location: Hybrid working (on average 2 days working out of our Mansfield office)
Schedule:
Application closing date: 31st August 2026
Sifting date: 4th September 2026
Interviews: w/c 7th September 2026
(If you are unavailable on these interview dates, please make us aware, and we will look at alternative dates)
Security:
Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.
Why join us?
Make a real difference with flexibility, long‑term security and support for life outside work.
At the Mining Remediation Authority, you’ll do meaningful work that improves people’s lives and protects the environment, while building a sustainable and balanced career.
- Flexibility that fits your life – hybrid working and flexibility in how you manage your time
- Financial security for your future – including a pension with up to 29% employer contribution
- Time to recharge – 27.5 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to flex more days
- Support through life’s big moments – generous family leave and flexibility when you need it most
- Opportunities to grow – funded learning, development and professional subscriptions
- Wellbeing support you can use every day – including a monthly wellbeing allowance, confidential support and practical health benefits
Find out more about our full range of benefits and what it’s like to work with us here Life page
About us
At the Mining Remediation Authority, we make a real difference to people and places across Great Britain. From managing mining hazards to protecting the environment, our work keeps communities safe. We’re also playing an exciting role in the future of energy, helping to unlock mine water heat as a sustainable source to support the UK’s net zero ambitions. Our people are knowledgeable, collaborative and committed to doing the right thing for each other and for the communities we serve.
Why this matters
You’ll be joining an organisation that’s proud of the impact we make. We’re supportive, inclusive and genuinely care about delivering the right outcomes for communities across England, Scotland and Wales. Discover more about our work in our Business Plan
Inclusion matters to us
We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from everyone.
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants and those from minority ethnic backgrounds who meet the minimum criteria.
If you need any adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] or call 01623 637000 we’re here to support you.
