IT & Cyber Security Manager - Derby

Balfour Beatty; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and infrastructure company is seeking an IT & Cyber Security Manager to join their team in Derby. The ideal candidate will lead the strategic and operational delivery of cyber security, ensuring compliance and safeguarding data. Key responsibilities include developing security strategies, managing security tools, and leading incident response efforts. Applicants should have leadership experience and be proficient in cyber security tools. This company values diversity and offers inclusive workplace practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing diverse teams.
• Knowledge of security policies and regulations.
• Ability to lead response and recovery from security incidents.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cyber security strategies.
• Lead response to security incidents.
• Oversee management of security tools.
• Conduct regular security assessments.
• Facilitate cyber security training programs.
• Manage and mentor the cyber security team.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Cyber Security tools

Leadership skills

Strong understanding of IT and cyber security frameworks

Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

Tools

Microsoft Exchange

Azure Active Directory

Firewalls

Job description

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About the role

Balfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for a IT & Cyber Security Manager to join our growing team in Derby.

As an IT & Cyber Security Manager Lead on the strategic and operational delivery of cyber security. This role aims to safeguard company data and infrastructure from emerging cyber threats, ensuring compliance with security policies and regulations.

The role significantly contributes to the resilience and integrity of Balfour Beatty's digital environments.

What you'll be doing

• Develop and implement comprehensive cyber security strategies aligned with organisational objectives.
• Lead the response to and recovery from security incidents and breaches, minimising impact on the business.
• Oversee the management of security tools and technologies like Microsoft Cyber Security tools, Azure Active Directory, and Firewalls.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal policies and frameworks.
• Conduct regular security assessments, reporting findings to senior leadership team and making recommendations for improvement.
• Facilitate cyber security awareness and training programmes for colleagues and supply chain partners at all levels.
• Manage and mentor the cyber security team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with IT and project teams across Balfour Beatty Group to integrate security practices into all facets of the business.
• Influence cyber security investments and initiatives, providing expert advice to stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging threats, and best practice security protocols.

Who we're looking for

• Proficiency in Microsoft Cyber Security tools, Microsoft Exchange, Azure Active Directory, Conditional Access, Firewalls, and EDR.
• Leadership skills with experience in managing diverse teams.
• Strong understanding of IT and cyber security frameworks, standards, and regulations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with various internal and external stakeholders.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

About us

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background.

We are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are a Disability Confident Employer and a member of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE).