Head of Cyber Security & Security Operations

Morson Edge; Manchester; On-site; GBP 111,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

Head of Cyber Security at Morson Edge is a 3-6 month contract in Manchester, Inside IR35, requiring leadership to mature the cyber security function across a global manufacturing organisation. You will own cyber strategy, risk management, and security operations while engaging senior stakeholders and third-party providers.

The role offers high visibility, with potential for a permanent position at contract end.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head of Cyber Security or senior security leader.
• Strong background with Azure, Microsoft 365, and Microsoft Security.
• Experience leading security operations, incident response, vulnerability management and cyber risk programmes.
• Knowledge 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 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and mature the cyber security function across the business.
• Develop and execute cyber security strategy and governance.
• Oversee security operations, incident response, and risk management.
• Engage with senior stakeholders and board-level leadership.
• Manage relationships with third-party security providers.

Skills

Cyber security leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Incident response

Vulnerability management

Risk management

Security operations

Security governance

Third-party management

Tools

Azure

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Security

Job description

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