Information Security Strategy Lead

Yorkshire Housing; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave increasing to 31

Cash plan for health claims

Pension contributions up to 9%

Flexible work arrangements

Wellbeing support package

Job summary

A housing organization in West Yorkshire seeks an Information Security Manager to lead their information security strategy and ensure data safety. You'll collaborate with technology teams, manage security policies, and oversee incident response. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on professional development. Ideal for established security professionals with a solid understanding of risk management and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Established Information Security professional with experience of implementing security frameworks.
• Experience developing and delivering information security policies.
• Technical risk management and impact assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape the information security strategy and protect systems from threats.
• Oversee security checks, audits, and penetration tests.
• Lead response during cyber incidents and conduct drills.

Skills

Experience implementing security frameworks (ISO27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials)

Developing information security policies

Technical risk management skills

Knowledge of technical security controls

Relevant Information Security certification (CISM, CISA, CISSP)

Experience in cyber or information security roles

Incident response management experience

Understanding of IT legislation (GDPR, Computer Misuse Act)

Degree in technical or cyber security-related subject

Job description

A housing organization in West Yorkshire seeks an Information Security Manager to lead their information security strategy and ensure data safety. You'll collaborate with technology teams, manage security policies, and oversee incident response. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on professional development. Ideal for established security professionals with a solid understanding of risk management and compliance requirements.