At FCDO Services, we protect the UK’s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings, courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech, and a whole lot more.
Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we're on. In our world, it all matters.
Our Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it’s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy’s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Now, you’ve got the opportunity to join them.
Providing innovation to government partners.
Delivering best-in-class solutions.
Working at the cutting-edge of technology
It all matters.
Shape cyber security training
The Governance Assurance Officer is a brand-new role, which gives you the opportunity to shape it into your own. You will support the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and the wider team in the delivery of the CISO Strategy and Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) work plan. This role involves managing enquiries, supporting teams, and keeping training on information and cyber security up to date.
You will work with subject matter experts to review their training materials twice a year, ensuring that it stays relevant. Plus, identify knowledge gaps and create videos and e-learning for targeted and organisation wide audiences.
You will be the owner of our Supplier Assurance policy, guidance and training material. To ensure that it is aligned with best practice, take a leading role in identifying risks and stay on top of changes to government policy and guidance around Supply Chain Security. This area is increasingly impacted by AI, so we’d like you to take the time to understand the liabilities of the AI supplied to us; this will be a significant, serious responsibility. You’ll also draft and send out communications to inform the wider organisation of best practice around supplier assurance.
Compliance will be a central focus of your role. To ensure that all runs smoothly, you will conduct regular monitoring, reporting and assessments. Attending meetings where evidence of our compliance should be provided.
This is an excellent opportunity to work with a wide range of colleagues, make your mark in cyber security training, learn more and progress in your career.
Bring administrative skills, a technical mind, and a willingness to learn
We’re looking for a detail-orientated candidate with a strong willingness to learn and take responsibility. You are technically minded and open to progressing with AI and how it could work within teams, bringing fresh ideas, persistence and patience. As you may encounter people who are resistant to adopting new processes, we’d like you to be skilled at challenging them and carefully easing any friction.
Strong IT literacy with extensive practical experience of the Microsoft Office Suite will be key to your success. Plus, you’ve kept up-to-date and accurate data, which you’ve analysed and used to produce clear, concise reports featuring narrative and visuals. You’re able to draft, author and interpret policy, guidance and process documentation.
Excellent communication skills are essential. You’re able to influence stakeholders at all levels, in writing and verbally.
You can confidently complete administrative tasks. As well as multi-task and work with minimal supervision.
Discover the support you need to grow your career further
But we’re always looking to improve – just like you. That’s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, good holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you’ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.
Want to see your future team’s work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at virtual-embassy.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk
Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Security Check (SC) clearance. You can find out more about vetting at fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/
To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk
Closing date: Apply before 11:55 pm on Tuesday 23rd June 2026.
It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world
The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you’re welcome and valued. It’s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we’re recognised as a ‘Carer Confident’ workplace. And it’s how you know you’re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.
Location: Based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes with the flexibility of hybrid working depending on business need
Free shuttle bus is available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park