Information Security Manager

Proactive.IT Appointments Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Information Security Manager to lead the security function for a Bristol-based organization. The role involves developing the information security strategy, managing security operations, and mentoring an internal team. Candidates should have strong leadership experience, excellent knowledge of security frameworks, and hands-on experience with security technologies. This position offers a hybrid working model with a competitive salary of £65k – £75k per year plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in an information security leadership role.
• Excellent knowledge of security frameworks like ISO 27001 and others.
• Hands-on experience with core security technologies.

Responsibilities

• Define, deliver and evolve the information security strategy.
• Lead day-to-day security operations and risk management.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a small internal security team.

Skills

Information security leadership

Knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials, OWASP)

GDPR compliance understanding

Experience with core security technologies (SIEM, IAM, firewalls)

Incident response experience

Cloud security knowledge

Stakeholder management skills

Job description

Overview

11428SJR
£65k – 75k per year + benefits

Information Security Manager – Hybrid working | Bristol

We’re partnering with a Bristol-based organisation looking for an experienced Information Security Manager to lead and strengthen their security function.

Responsibilities

• Define, deliver and evolve the information security strategy and long-term roadmap

• Lead day-to-day security operations, risk management and remediation activity

• Manage, mentor and develop a small internal security team

• Own ISO 27001/27002, including internal audits, compliance and continuous improvement

• Develop and maintain security policies, standards and procedures aligned to best practice

• Support internal and external audits and work closely with senior stakeholders across the business

• Stay up to date with the threat landscape and emerging security risks

What you’ll bring

• Strong experience in an information security leadership role

• Excellent knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials, OWASP)

• Good understanding of GDPR and regulatory compliance requirements

• Hands-on experience with core security technologies (SIEM, IAM, firewalls, endpoint security, vulnerability management)

• Incident response and security operations experience

• Knowledge of cloud security and Zero Trust principles

• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills

Desirable: CISSP and/or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor

Due to the volume of applications, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.

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