Group InfoSec Technical Manager

Amtivo Group; West Malling; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a friend bonus

Annual leave increasing with service

Group Insurance

Death in Service provision

Company Pension

Ongoing Training and development

Job summary

Amtivo Group is seeking a Group InfoSec Technical Manager to lead technical strategy for Information Security certification schemes, ensuring compliance, robustness and future growth.

You will develop policies, support audits, and engage with accreditation bodies and stakeholders across our global business to maintain accreditation excellence and drive technical innovation.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Information Security, Certification, Governance or Assurance.
• In-depth knowledge of ISMS and certification frameworks.
• Experience with accredited certification schemes and regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting or managing external accreditation assessments and audits.
• Strong analytical, reporting and data management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across functions and international teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical owner for Information Security certification schemes and develop, maintain and review scheme policies and controls.
• Monitor standards and regulatory changes, leading transition activities as needed.
• Support accreditation body assessments and scheme owner audits.
• Plan and deliver witness audit programmes and internal audits.
• Develop technical guidance and training materials for auditors and staff.
• Share knowledge and best practices across Amtivo Group.

Skills

Information Security

Certification

Governance

Audits

Stakeholder mgmt

Analysis & Reporting

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Audit qualification (external/internal)

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

Job description

Group InfoSec Technical Manager

Location: Remote

Reporting to: Chief Governance Officer

Division: Governance & Compliance

Salary: £55-65K

• Benefits: Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a friend bonus
• Annual leave increasing with service
• Group Insurance
• Death in Service provision
• Company Pension
• Ongoing Training and development opportunities

Shape the Future of Information Security Certification

At Amtivo, we're passionate about helping organisations build trust, improve performance and achieve internationally recognised standards. As our Group InfoSec Technical Manager, you'll become the technical authority for our Information Security certification schemes, ensuring our services remain robust, compliant, and aligned with the evolving demands of the industry.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Information Security, Governance or Certification professional to influence strategy, maintain accreditation excellence, drive technical innovation, and support clients and colleagues across our global business.

The Role

As the technical owner for our Information Security certification schemes, you will be responsible for the development, maintenance and continual improvement of technical policies, procedures, guidance and controls that underpin scheme delivery.

Working closely with internal teams, accreditation bodies, scheme owners and external stakeholders, you will ensure our certification services remain compliant, effective, commercially viable and positioned for future growth.

You'll play a key role in maintaining accreditations, supporting audits, managing scheme transitions and providing expert technical leadership across the Group.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Governance

• Act as the technical owner for Information Security certification schemes.
• Develop, maintain and review scheme-specific policies, procedures, guidance and controls.
• Monitor changes to standards, regulatory requirements and industry developments, leading transition activities where required.
• Ensure certification schemes continue to meet accreditation and scheme owner requirements.
• Manage and close internal and external audit findings.

Accreditation & Compliance

• Support accreditation body assessments and scheme owner audits.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of witness audit programmes.
• Support the annual internal audit programme across the business.
• Contribute to the maintenance and extension of accreditation scopes.
• Support complaint investigations and technical escalations.

Capability Development

• Develop technical guidance, resources and support materials for auditors, compliance teams and certification bodies.
• Design and maintain competence frameworks for Information Security schemes.
• Support the development and delivery of internal and external training programmes.
• Share technical knowledge and best practice across the wider Amtivo Group.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a trusted technical advisor to internal and external stakeholders.
• Respond to technical enquiries and provide authoritative guidance.
• Support Sales teams with technical expertise to identify and maximise opportunities.
• Represent Amtivo at industry forums and sector events.
• Contribute to thought leadership through website content, blogs and webinars.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Provide timely management information relating to governance, compliance and scheme performance.
• Support change management initiatives, ensuring effective consultation and communication.
• Contribute to integration activities by identifying potential Information Security impacts and opportunities.

About You

We're looking for an experienced and credible professional who combines strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong background in Information Security, Certification, Compliance, Governance or Assurance.
• In-depth knowledge of Information Security management systems and certification frameworks.
• Experience working with accredited certification schemes and regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting or managing external accreditation assessments and audits.
• Strong analytical, reporting and data management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across functions and international teams.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• Recognised external or internal audit qualification relevant to Information Security schemes.
• Relevant Information Security certification(s) such as ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, Lead Implementer or equivalent would be advantageous.

What Success Looks Like

In this role you will:

• Support the successful delivery of internal and external audit programmes.
• Help maintain Amtivo's global accreditations and recognitions.
• Deliver effective scheme transitions and scope extensions.
• Develop efficient and scalable technical processes and controls.
• Ensure stakeholders remain informed, engaged and supported through change.
• Build trusted relationships across the business and wider industry.

Our Values in Action

We're looking for someone who:

• Is approachable, resilient and inspires confidence.
• Demonstrates passion for Information Security and what we do.
• Collaborates across teams and breaks down barriers.
• Anticipates the needs of colleagues and customers.
• Takes ownership and follows through on commitments.
• Has a meticulous eye for detail and a methodical approach.
• Thrives in a culture of continuous improvement.

Why Join Amtivo?

This is an opportunity to take a highly visible, group-wide leadership role within a growing international organisation. You'll have the chance to shape technical standards, influence strategic direction, engage with industry leaders, and help ensure the continued success of our globally accredited certification services.