Cyber Security Manager

Lenovo; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Gender diversity focus

CO2 offset initiatives

Training and development platform

Job summary

Lenovo, a global technology leader, is seeking a Cyber Security Architect in the United Kingdom to shape security across products and services. You will work with engineering, operations and business teams to reduce risk and embed security by design across the lifecycle.

The role emphasizes collaboration with DevOps, security operations and software engineering to implement robust controls in cloud environments and on-premise platforms.

Qualifications

• Experience in cybersecurity operations in MSP or fast-paced tech
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls and implementation

Responsibilities

• Develop cybersecurity strategies to identify and mitigate threats
• Act as trusted security advisor to ensure risks are managed
• Collaborate with IT, engineering and business to implement multi-layered security
• Define security requirements across full product/service lifecycles
• Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments
• Promote secure coding practices and conduct code reviews
• Investigate security incidents and provide risk-based recommendations
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and playbooks

Skills

Cybersecurity

Security architecture

Cloud security

Threat modeling

Stakeholder management

Education

CISSP/CISM/CISA/CEH

Tools

SIEM

CI/CD security tooling

Job description

* United Kingdom - Hampshire - Farnborough

Why Work at Lenovo

We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.

Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).

This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com , and read about the latest news via our StoryHub .

Description and Requirements

At Lenovo’s Solutions & Services Group (SSG), we are driving the future of secure digital transformation by delivering innovative services and solutions that help customers operate, grow, and stay protected in an increasingly complex technology landscape. As a Cyber Security Architect, you will play a critical role in shaping and strengthening security across products, platforms, and services, working closely with engineering, operations, and business teams to reduce risk and embed security by design. Reporting to the Principal Security Architect, you will influence security strategy, champion best practices, and help build resilient solutions that protect both Lenovo and its customers worldwide.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and execute cybersecurity strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate current and emerging cyber threats across the organization.
• Act as a trusted security advisor, providing expert guidance and constructive challenge to ensure cyber risks are effectively managed and aligned with business objectives.
• Partner closely with IT, engineering, and business stakeholders to implement a multi-layered security approach that protects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and services.
• Support product, design, service, and operations teams by defining security requirements and ensuring secure implementation throughout the full lifecycle of products and services.
• Collaborate with software engineering, DevOps, and Information Security teams to integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines, cloud environments, and application architectures.
• Promote secure development practices by championing secure coding standards, conducting code reviews, and identifying vulnerabilities early in the development process.
• Investigate, analyze, and support the resolution of security incidents, providing subject matter expertise and risk-based recommendations to strengthen organizational resilience.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, procedures, and playbooks, support audits and certification activities, review penetration testing and vulnerability assessment results, and drive continuous improvement aligned with industry best practices.

What You Will Need:

• Proven experience in cybersecurity operations, ideally within a Managed Services Provider (MSP) or fast-paced technology-driven environment, with a strong understanding of cyber risk management.
• Industry-recognized cybersecurity certification such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, or an equivalent qualification demonstrating advanced security expertise.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, and experience supporting their implementation and continuous improvement.
• Hands-on experience with security technologies, tools, monitoring platforms, and SIEM solutions, including incident detection, response, investigation, and reporting.
• Solid technical background in security operations, infrastructure, cloud, or network security, with the ability to assess and reduce security risks across complex environments.
• Deep understanding of security best practices and techniques used to identify, prevent, mitigate, and respond to cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and consulting skills, with the ability to influence, advise, and collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities, with experience developing security policies and practices while balancing long-term strategic planning with immediate operational priorities.

What We Offer:

• An international team with a high focus on Gender Diversity
• Employee Assistance Program, e.g., for psychological, legal & financial consultancy
• You are joining a company that prioritizes sustainable solutions like CO2 Offset, Asset Recovery Services, and the Lenovo Certified Refurbished portfolio
• Access to training for personal development - Internal E-learning Development Platform Available for Employees

For candidates in Slovakia only: The anticipated initial gross base salary range for this position is 37,800- 50,400 EUR per year. This range applies to the primary job location Slovakia and is determined using objective, non-discriminatory and gender-neutral criteria, including skills and relevant experience. Final compensation will be based on relevant experience, skills, and business considerations.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.

Additional Locations

• United Kingdom - Hampshire - Farnborough
• Slovakia - Bratislavský kraj - Bratislava

PAY TRANSPARENCY

If this role is primarily located outside the EU, the base salary range may not be listed in this posting. When the position can also be filled in EU countries, the applicable gross base salary range for the relevant EU location will be communicated to candidates well in advance of the interview process, in line with EU pay transparency obligations. Individuals may also be eligible for variable compensation (such as bonus or commission), and full details on total compensation and benefits for the applicable location will be shared during the recruitment process.

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