Cyber Security Manager

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cyber Security Manager to lead their cybersecurity strategy and governance. In this pivotal role, you will develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that aligns with business objectives while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will conduct risk assessments, manage incident response efforts, and mentor a dedicated cybersecurity team. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization’s security posture and foster a culture of continuous learning and development. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and have the leadership skills to drive change, this role is an exciting opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in cybersecurity within complex organizations.
• Strong knowledge of risk management and incident response processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update cybersecurity strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead incident response efforts and manage cybersecurity team effectively.

Skills

Leadership in Cybersecurity

Risk Management

Incident Response

Team Management

Cybersecurity Policies and Standards

Vulnerability Assessment

Networking Concepts

Cloud Virtualisation Techniques

Education

Degree in Cybersecurity or Computing

CISSP Certification

BCS Certificate in Information Security Management

CESG Certified Professional

Chartered IT Professional

Tools

Vulnerability Assessment Tools

Job description

The Cyber Security Manager will lead and manage the overall approach to cyber security and governance of all environments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop, implement, and continuously update the organisations cybersecurity strategy, aligning it with business objectives and regulatory requirements, establishing and enforcing cybersecurity policies, standards, and guidelines to protect assets and data.
2. Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential threats and weaknesses in the infrastructure, implementing and overseeing risk management processes, ensuring that appropriate controls and countermeasures are in place to mitigate all identified risks.
3. Lead the incident response efforts, including preparing for, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity incidents, ensure that an effective incident response plan is in place and regularly tested and managing post-incident analysis and reporting to prevent future occurrences.
4. Manage the Cyber Security Strategy, directing the team and ensuring confidence in them, supporting them with technical cyber issues. Help them with Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials+ accreditation.
5. Manage and mentor the cybersecurity team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, ensuring that the team has the necessary skills and tools to protect the organisation effectively, and oversee recruitment, training, and performance management.
6. Act as the primary point of contact for cybersecurity matters, collaborating with other departments, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure a coordinated approach to cybersecurity, communicating cyber security risks, incidents, and strategies to senior management and other stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations to support informed decision-making.

Experience Required

1. Extensive experience of leadership at an appropriately senior level within higher education or similarly complex organisation, including management of staff and resources.
2. Experience of gathering operational evidence on the performance of cyber security using vulnerability assessment tools.
3. An awareness and understanding of networking and communication related concepts and cloud virtualisation techniques.

Qualifications

1. Educated to degree level in Cybersecurity or computing-based subjects, or in possession of an equivalent professional qualification or relevant experience.
2. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
3. Certificate in Information Security Management Principles (BCS).
4. Certified Professional (Foundation) (CESG).
5. Chartered IT Professional (CITP) (BCS) or equivalent qualification or experience.