Risk & Assurance Manager - IT & Infosec

Softcat plc; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology solutions provider is seeking a Risk & Assurance Manager in Greater Manchester. This role focuses on enhancing the IT risk and information security landscape, requiring a minimum of 5 years' experience in risk management. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders to implement risk management practices and ensure alignment with industry standards. Flexible working options are available, along with an attractive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Pension

Share incentive plan

Life Assurance

Extra birthday holiday

Incentive trips

Technology vouchers

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in second-line risk management or internal audit.
• Strong knowledge of industry frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST).
• Experience in consultancy or professional services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and enhance the IT and Information Security risk landscape.
• Partner with senior leaders to embed risk management in operations.
• Coordinate IT risk in internal and external audits.

Skills

Risk Management

Information Security

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

Would you like to kick start your career in a supportive,collaborativeand innovative company?

Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate,and collaborative team?

Join our Risk & Assurance Team

As Softcat's business continues to grow and evolve, so have the risks and the regulatory landscape. In response, Softcat Plc has recognised the need to further strengthen its Risk Management and Internal Controls and has created a second line Risk and Assurance function to strengthen the overall three lines model and improve the way in which risks are identified, managed and communicated across the organisation including Board and Audit Committee. The function is led by the Head of Risk and Assurance who reports to the Chief Financial Officer of Softcat Plc.

Success. The Softcat Way.

Softcat is a £1billion+ technology solutions business and trusted partner to names like Apple, Microsoft and Adobe. Offering a growing portfolio of services including software licensing, cyber security and IT infrastructure, we give our technical teams the tools and support to make exciting things happen. This is where to achieve more for your career.

Lead the charge on IT Risk & Assurance

This role focuses on managing and enhancing the IT and Information Security risk landscape. Reporting directly to the Head of Risk and Assurance, you will play a key role in embedding effective risk management practices across Softcat's technology and cybersecurity domains.

As a Risk & Assurance Manager, you'll be responsible for:

• Partnering with senior IT, Security, and business leaders to embed risk management practices into operational processes and strategic initiatives.
• Owning and maintaining IT Risk and Control Matrices (RCMs) , ensuring they remain current, comprehensive, and aligned with industry standards and audit expectations.
• Reviewing effectiveness of first line functions in testing and validation of key IT controls (e.g., access management, change control, incident response, vulnerability management), ensuring effectiveness and consistency.
• Leading in the review and enhancement of IT and infosec risk and control frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, ITIL, ISO2 2301, NIST), ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinating and representing IT risk in internal , external audits and certification processes (e.g., ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials , ISO22301, etc. ), acting as the primary point of contact.

We'd love you to have

• Minimum 5 years of experience in second-linerisk management or internal audit, with a strong focus on IT or Information Security.
• Experience inconsultancy or professional services, with a proven ability to support complex transformation or change programmes is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership in delivering IT risk or audit initiatives, including managing projects, mentoring team members, and driving outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of industry frameworks and standards, such as ISO 27001, NIST, CISControls, and regulatory requirements like GDPR.
• Provenability to engage and influence stakeholders across IT, Information Security, and business functions, building trusted relationships at all levels.

We also acknowledgethattheconfidencegap and imposter syndrome are a real thing andcanget in thewayof us meeting fantastic talent, so please don't hesitate to apply - we would love to hear from you!

Work in a way that works for you

We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Hybrid working- 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home
• Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day
• Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs

Working with us

Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives,and embraces every background.

To become part of the success story, please apply now.

If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Anyinformation you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at

Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authenticallyyouas possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.

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We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefits include:

Pension Share incentive plan Life Assurance Holiday

Two days extra holiday on top of your usual entitlement on your birthday and at Christmas

Trips

Opportunity to qualify for Director hosted (often michelin star) lunches as well as half and full year icentive trips to places all over the world

Vouchers

Technology vouchers, activity passes, restaurant discount card

Partner/family Benefits

Option to add your partner/family to some of the benefits

Access to Perklife, our dedicated portal for all perks and flexible benefits

Maternity, Paternity and Adoption support

Two days extra holiday on top of your usual entitlement on your birthday and at Christmas

Trips

Opportunity to qualify for Director hosted (often michelin star) lunches as well as half and full year icentive trips to places all over the world

Vouchers

Technology vouchers, activity passes, restaurant discount card

Partner/family Benefits

Option to add your partner/family to some of the benefits

Access to Perklife, our dedicated portal for all perks and flexible benefits

Maternity, Paternity and Adoption support

Two days extra holiday on top of your usual entitlement on your birthday and at Christmas

Trips

Opportunity to qualify for Director hosted (often michelin star) lunches as well as half and full year icentive trips to places all over the world

Vouchers

Technology vouchers, activity passes, restaurant discount card

Partner/family Benefits

Option to add your partner/family to some of the benefits

Access to Perklife, our dedicated portal for all perks and flexible benefits

Maternity, Paternity and Adoption support