Head Of Cyber Security & Security Operations

Morson Edge; Eccles; Híbrido; GBP 100.000 - 134.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Morson Edge is seeking a Head of Cyber Security for a global manufacturing group. The role leads the cyber security function, shaping strategy, and maturing security operations across the business. 3-6 month contract, Inside IR35, 1 day per week in Manchester.

You will own risk programs, oversee incident response and vulnerability management, work with executives, and manage third-party providers. A permanent opportunity may arise at contract end.

Formación

• Senior leadership in cyber security roles.
• Experience with Azure and Microsoft security stack.
• Experience incident response, vulnerability management, cyber risk programs.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls.
• Ability to engage executives and board-level stakeholders.
• Experience managing third-party security providers.
• Manufacturing/industrial sector experience desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mature the cyber security function.
• Develop cyber strategy and governance across the business.
• Oversee security operations, incident response, vulnerability management.
• Engage with executives and board-level stakeholders.
• Manage third-party security providers.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Security operations

Incident response

Risk management

ISO 27001 / NIST / CIS Controls

Herramientas

Azure

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Security

Descripción del empleo

Head of Cyber Security

3-6 Month Contract | Inside IR35 | Manchester (1 Day Per Week) | Potential Permanent Opportunity

We're working with a global manufacturing organisation seeking a Head of Cyber Security to lead and mature their cyber security function. This is a highly visible role with responsibility for cyber strategy, security operations, risk management, and stakeholder engagement across the business.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Head of Cyber Security, Cyber Security Manager, or Senior Security Leader.
• Strong background within Microsoft environments (Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Security).
• Experience leading security operations, incident response, vulnerability management, and cyber risk programmes.
• Strong understanding of ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls.
• Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders, including executives and board-level leadership.
• Experience managing third-party security providers and driving security improvements across complex environments.
• Manufacturing or industrial sector experience is highly desirable.

What's on Offer?

• Initial 3-6 month contract.
• Inside IR35.
• 1 day per week in Manchester.
• Opportunity to own and shape the cyber security capability.
• Potential for a permanent role at the end of the contract