Information Security Manager

ZipRecruiter; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IT Security Manager to support global security initiatives. This exciting role involves coordinating security operations, managing threats, and ensuring compliance with regulations. You'll have the opportunity to work with a recognized brand, contributing to vital security governance while enjoying a flexible work model of three days onsite. With a competitive daily rate and potential for contract extension, this position is perfect for security professionals eager to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master's degree in IT or significant experience in IT security.
• CISMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate IT security operational activities with providers and IT staff.
• Perform threat and vulnerability management activities.
• Monitor and report on IT security controls.

Skills

IT Security Governance

Threat and Vulnerability Management

Incident Management

Information Security Compliance

Access Control

Data Loss Prevention

Web Security

Anti-malware Controls

IDS/IPS

IT Networks

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT or related field

Master's Degree in IT or related field

Information Security Professional Certification (CISMP)

Job description

Job Description

Are you an immediately available IT Security Manager who can support Honda's global security team on IT security governance and operation initiatives?

This initial 6 month contract will be based at Bracknell, Berkshire with occasional travel to Europe.

Main Responsibilities:

• Coordinate IT security operational activities with providers and IT staff.
• Coordinate and perform threat and vulnerability management activities, identify risks, recommend treatment plans and provide communicate information.
• Coordinate and perform security incident management activities, including detection, response and reporting.
• Monitor and report on technical and operational IT security controls

KPI’s:

• High level of compliance with Information Security regulations, standards and internal policies.
• Low number of Information Security incidents per severity.
• Low average of response time on Information Security incidents per severity.
• High accuracy of threat and vulnerability analysis.
• Effective remediation plans and controls for identified vulnerabilities.

Qualifications, skills and experience: Required

• Bachelor / Masters degree and / or significant experience in IT and IT security related matters, preferably in an international environment.
• Preferably holds an Information security professional certification such as CISMP.
• Good knowledge and understanding of Information security technologies such as:
  • Access control
  • Vulnerability management
  • Data loss prevention
  • Web Security
  • Anti-malware controls
  • IDS/IPS
  • IT networks

Familiarity with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, including, but not limited to, the U.S. Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the U.S. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the European Union Privacy Directive, and the Japanese Financial Instruments and Exchange Law ("J-SOX"). The working model is 3 days a week onsite and the role is inside IR35.

Day rate is £400-£475 via an umbrella company.

Excellent opportunity within a recognised global brand with the potential to extend.