Information Security Manager

JR United Kingdom; Hounslow; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known UK charity seeks an Interim Information Security Manager to provide hands-on support during a busy period. This role involves direct management of security incidents and investigations, and requires expertise in key Microsoft security tools. The position is flexible, fully remote, and offers an opportunity to impact the organization significantly during its current needs.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience in SOC operations and incident response.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft security tools.
• Confident working in a delivery-focused role.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for SOC escalations and security incidents.
• Investigate security alerts and vulnerabilities using security tools.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain a secure environment.

Skills

SOC operations

incident response

technical investigations

Microsoft security tools

security questionnaires

Tools

Microsoft Defender

Sentinel

Darktrace

Job description

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Information Security Manager, south west london

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Client:

Creatify

Location:

south west london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

We’re supporting a well-known UK charity in their search for an Interim Information Security Manager to provide hands-on technical support and relieve pressure on the security function during a busy period.

• Location: Fully remote (occasional travel if required)
• Duration: 3–6 months
• Start Date: ASAP
• Days: 3–5 days per week (flexible)

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for SOC escalations, security incidents, and investigations.
• Investigate and resolve security alerts, threats, and vulnerabilities using tools such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Darktrace.
• Review and respond to security questionnaires from suppliers and vendors.
• Support the small internal security team with day-to-day operational tasks, providing guidance and unblocking issues.
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to maintain a secure environment.
• Provide input into processes, documentation, and security best practices.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven hands-on experience in SOC operations, incident response, and technical investigations.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft security tools (Defender, Sentinel, etc.).
• Experience reviewing security questionnaires and identifying risk in supplier responses.
• Confident working in a 70% hands-on, 30% light team support capacity — this is a delivery-focused role, not a compliance or strategy position.
• Available to start immediately or at short notice.

Interested?

Please get in touch for an initial conversation.