Cyber Security Manager

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Sheffield is seeking a Cyber Security Manager to lead its cybersecurity efforts. The role involves managing a team, developing security strategies, and ensuring the safety of IT and operational technology systems. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in cybersecurity and relevant certifications, along with leadership and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Excellent benefits including holidays and pensions

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity.
• At least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of firewalls, risk management, and manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cybersecurity team, mentoring specialists.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity policies.
• Manage responses to security incidents and vulnerabilities.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving

Adaptability

Education

Industry-recognized certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH)

Tools

Firewalls

Intrusion detection systems

Endpoint protection

Job description

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Cyber Security Manager

Sheffield + Hybrid working (3-4 days on site)

Up to £75,000

Our manufacturing client is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Cyber Security Manager to lead their cybersecurity efforts within a fast-paced manufacturing and engineering environment. You will be responsible for protecting critical assets, networks, and data against cyber threats while managing a small team of security professionals and overseeing outsourced service providers. This role demands a strategic thinker with hands-on expertise in cybersecurity, compliance, and risk management.

What you will be doing

1. Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and develop a small team of cybersecurity specialists, fostering collaboration and enhancing team performance.
2. Strategy: Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the IT strategy by offering security advice and creating security policies to enable business objectives.
3. Incident Management: Lead the response to security incidents, ensuring effective investigation, containment, and resolution.
4. Threat Analysis: Conduct vulnerability analysis and penetration tests using a combination of in-house tooling and external resources to identify, evaluate, and mitigate potential threats.
5. Policy Development: Refresh existing and develop new cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards.
6. Training and Awareness: Oversee the design and execution of employee security training programs.
7. Collaboration: Work closely with Enterprise Architect, Service Desk, Infrastructure teams, and other resolver groups to safeguard operational technology (OT) and IT systems.
8. Technology Management: Evaluate and implement technologies for monitoring, detection, and prevention of cyber threats.
9. Reporting: Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Director of IT on security posture, risks, and incident responses.

What you will need

• Certifications: Industry-recognized certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, etc.).
• Experience: Minimum 5-8 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, endpoint protection, risk management, and familiarity with manufacturing-specific systems (SCADA, ICS) is advantageous.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team effectively, with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with the ability to assess complex issues and provide clear, actionable solutions.
• Adaptability: Proven ability to adapt to the unique challenges of securing both IT and OT systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in MOD-related projects: Proven experience in cybersecurity roles focused on MOD standards and policies.
• Vulnerability Assessments: Experience in conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.

What you will get in return

This role offers a salary of up to £75,000 per year, with hybrid working (3-4 days per week) in Sheffield. The organization provides excellent benefits, holidays, and pensions.