Cyber Security Manager

Skillcast Group plc; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider seeks a skilled Cyber Security Manager to enhance their security operations and compliance efforts. In this role, you will manage audits, cloud security, and mentor junior professionals. Join an innovative team that values your expertise and offers room for growth in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Contributory Pension

Health Care Plan upon completion of probation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity and IT infrastructure roles.
• Hands-on experience with Azure, Kubernetes/Docker, and CI/CD security practices.
• Familiarity with SOC 2, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, and NIST frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead Security Audits & Compliance using SOC 2 and ISO 27001.
• Manage Security Operations with Azure Sentinel SIEM.
• Mentor Junior Staff in cybersecurity practices.

Skills

Incident response

Infrastructure hardening

Cloud security controls

Communication

Documentation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Azure

Kubernetes

Docker

SIEM platforms

Vulnerability management tools

Job description

About Us:

Skillcast plc is a UK-listed e-learning and compliance technology provider that helps companies build ethical, inclusive, and resilient workplaces and a culture of compliance with regulations and standards. Our clients are from all sectors, but the financial services sector is a major focus. The company has an annual turnover of c. £13m - approximately 80% SaaS-based, growing at c. 20% per annum. It has c. 130 employees in London and Malta.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Cyber Security Manager to take ownership of our security operations, drive compliance efforts, and strengthen our cloud and infrastructure defenses. You will play a key role in managing security incidents, audits, and vulnerability programs, while mentoring junior team members and helping shape the future of cybersecurity at Skillcast.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Security Audits & Compliance
  Coordinate SOC 2, ISO 27001, and Cyber Essentials audits - including documentation, evidence management, gap analysis, and communication with auditors.
• Manage Security Operations
  Administer and enhance Azure Sentinel SIEM - including data source configuration, detection rule creation, incident triage, and reporting.
• Drive Vulnerability Management
  Oversee vulnerability scanning, prioritisation, stakeholder coordination, and remediation tracking.
• Strengthen Cloud & Container Security
  Implement and manage security controls across Azure and Kubernetes environments, ensuring scalable and secure architecture.
• Enable DevSecOps Integration
  Work closely with DevOps to embed security in CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code processes.
• Maintain Governance & Documentation
  Enforce security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with frameworks like ISO 27001 and NIST.
• Track Security Metrics
  Monitor and report on risk posture, incident trends, and compliance status to inform leadership decisions.
• Mentor Junior Staff
  Guide and support junior cybersecurity professionals and interns through technical coaching and feedback.

Relevant skills and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity and IT infrastructure roles
• Hands-on experience with Azure, Kubernetes/Docker, and CI/CD security practices
• Proficient in SIEM platforms (especially Azure Sentinel) and vulnerability management tools
• Strong knowledge of incident response, infrastructure hardening, and cloud security controls
• Familiarity with SOC 2, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, and NIST frameworks
• Experience with core security technologies: firewalls, EDR, IAM, DLP, encryption
• Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills

Qualifications considered as a plus:

• Experience in a SaaS or multi-tenant cloud environment
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
• Experience mentoring or managing junior staff or interns

What we offer - our benefits:

• Lead impactful cybersecurity initiatives in a fast-growing, innovative, security-focused SaaS organization
• Work with modern technologies across cloud, containers, and DevSecOps
• Join a collaborative team culture with clear opportunities for growth and ownership
• Hybrid working pattern - currently a minimum of 2 days per week at our office and 3 days per week working independently and proactively from home
• Competitive salary
• 28 days holiday (full time) plus Bank Holidays
• Contributory Pension
• Health Care Plan upon completion of probation

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Application Closing Date: 11th of July 2025