Head of Information Security

TechNET IT Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Manchester is seeking a Head of Information Security to advance their security operations and strategy. This role involves shaping their culture around security, managing cloud security initiatives, and responding to threats in a hybrid environment. Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in cloud security and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior information security roles.
• Strong technical understanding of cloud security, especially AWS.
• Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Information Security Strategy.
• Lead incident response efforts.
• Oversee vulnerability management across a hybrid cloud estate.

Skills

Cloud Security

Incident Response

Cyber Risk Management

Communication

Project Management

Education

CISSP

CISM

CCSP (or equivalent)

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Head of Information Security

Location: Manchester (Hybrid)

Overview

I'm currently working with a well-established technology company that delivers innovative digital solutions across cloud and on-premise platforms. They have a strong footprint in regulated industries and are investing heavily in their cloud infrastructure and security capabilities. As part of their growth and transformation journey, they’re looking to appoint a Head of Information Security to lead and mature their infosec function.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a strategic, hands-on role, shaping the future of security operations and embedding security-first thinking across the business.

The Role

As Head of Information Security, you’ll be responsible for developing and delivering the company’s information security strategy and operations. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the organisation’s hybrid cloud environment is secure, compliant, and resilient against an evolving threat landscape.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and maintain the Information Security Strategy aligned with IT and wider business goals
• Build and implement policies, procedures, and board-level metrics to support the strategy
• Lead on the development and maturity of the organisation’s Cyber Risk Management Framework
• Drive a security-aware culture across departments through training, communication, and engagement

Operational Security Oversight

• Support architectural decisions and strengthen the company’s threat modelling approach
• Lead incident response efforts and run simulations, red team exercises, and readiness activities
• Conduct proactive assessments of emerging threats and implement mitigation strategies
• Oversee vulnerability management across a hybrid cloud estate
• Manage security tooling and third-party SOC relationships
• Assess new technologies from a security standpoint, including AI initiatives
• Provide support to commercial teams with security input for tenders, bids, and customer inquiries

Experience and Skills Required

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP (or equivalent)
• Proven track record in senior information security roles, ideally in a hybrid cloud environment
• Strong technical understanding of cloud security, particularly AWS
• Experience leading incident response and security operations
• Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR
• Excellent communication skills; able to influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Project management capabilities and experience delivering key security initiatives

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Pension Funds and IT Services and IT Consulting

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