Cyber Security and Supply Chain Data Assurance Manager

Northumbrian Water; Washington; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A major water and sewerage service provider in Washington is seeking a Cyber Security Supply Chain Data Assurance Manager. This role involves managing vendor cyber risk and ensuring compliance with cyber security strategies and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong vendor assurance skills and regulatory knowledge, and the position allows for hybrid working. Competitive salary up to £63,500 depending on experience.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Company pension scheme with double match

Access to local attractions

Discount scheme for savings

Wellbeing support and digital GP service

Sustainable travel support

Financial wellbeing support

Development support for qualifications

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing cyber risk within a supply chain context.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and vendor assurance.
• Skilled at classifying vendors and negotiating contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor cyber risk and ensure supplier compliance.
• Classify vendors by cyber risk and monitor compliance data.
• Support development of remediation plans and track risk events.

Skills

Cyber risk management

Regulatory compliance

Data governance

Vendor assurance

Job description

About the role

Position: Cyber Security Supply Chain Data Assurance Manager.

Working hours: 37 Hours.

Employment type: Permanent.

Salary: Up to £63,500 depending on experience.

Location: Washington, Tyne & Wear (Hybrid working).

We are open to discussing flexible working.

Interviews will take place from December 10th 2025.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for managing vendor cyber risk and ensuring supplier compliance with our cyber security strategy and regulatory requirements. Working closely with our Cyber Security team, Data Protection team, Buyers, Category Managers, and the wider business, you will classify vendors by cyber risk, monitor supplier conformance data, and ensure contracts reflect appropriate risk mitigation. You will also support the development and execution of remediation plans, track risk events, and maintain accurate records of insurance, certifications, and training qualifications. You will report to the Senior Procurement Manager for Sourcing and Systems, and your work will directly influence the resilience and integrity of our supply chain.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who is passionate about cyber security and already managing cyber risk within a supply chain context. You bring a strong understanding of regulatory compliance, vendor assurance, and data governance, and you are confident handling large volumes of sensitive data. You are skilled at classifying vendors by cyber risk, negotiating supplier contracts, and developing monitoring frameworks that ensure ongoing compliance. Your collaborative approach means you work effectively with Buyers, Category Managers, and stakeholders across the business. With a sharp eye for detail and a proactive mindset, you are ready to take ownership of cyber security assurance and make a meaningful impact.

Additional requirements

A DBS check will be required prior to employment.

NWG is an inclusive employer that supports the rehabilitation of offenders; however, we will not consider candidates with certain unspent convictions to ensure a safe and secure working environment for all colleagues, suppliers, customers, and third parties.

About us

Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) provides water and sewerage services to 2.7 million people in the North East of England as Northumbrian Water, and to 1.5 million people in the South East of England as Essex & Suffolk Water. We deliver reliable and affordable services, operating efficiently and investing prudently to maintain a sustainable and resilient business. We are a Great Place to Work that embraces diversity, inclusion and equity, and we encourage all colleagues to bring their authentic selves to work.

Our benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement starting at 26 days, plus bank holidays and additional time off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Option to buy or sell holidays.
• Company pension scheme with double match up to an employer contribution of 11%.
• Free access to local attractions.
• Discount scheme offering savings on days out, shopping, travel and more.
• Award‑winning ‘Living Well’ wellbeing support, including access to a digital GP service for you and your family members.
• Support for sustainable travel through salary sacrifice cars and a cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Financial wellbeing support – community savings scheme, financial education and low‑cost loans via Salary Finance. Also includes 4 life assurances and an income protection scheme.
• Development support – interest‑free qualification loan and free relevant professional body subscription.

Our values

• Results Driven – taking responsibility for achieving excellent business results.
• Ethical – open, honest and responsible in commitments to the environment and communities.
• Customer Focused – aiming to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.
• Innovative – continuously striving for better ways to deliver our business.
• One Team – working together to achieve our corporate objectives.