Senior Cyber Security Manager (SecOps / Hybrid)

Michael Page (UK); England; Hybrid; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading regulatory body in the UK seeks an experienced Cyber Security Manager to define and implement strategic initiatives for cyber improvements. Responsibilities include managing security operations, assessing risks, and enhancing resilience through expert guidance and training. The ideal candidate has extensive experience and relevant certifications, along with strong leadership skills. This hybrid role offers generous benefits including a competitive pension scheme and 25 days of annual leave.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working patterns

Civil Service Pension with 28.97% employer contribution

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in cyber operations and delivering improvements.
• Ability to define and execute cyber security strategies and processes.
• Recognised cybersecurity certifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement a cyber security roadmap.
• Manage daily security operations, assess risks and ensure compliance.
• Champion training programs to enhance security practices.

Skills

Cyber operations

Team leadership

Stakeholder influence

Cyber security strategy execution

Education

Certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP)

Knowledge of ISO27001 and ISMS principles

Tools

Microsoft security technologies

Job description

• Strong management support for cyber improvements and initiatives
• Hybrid role: 6 days per month in office, generous pension scheme

About Our Client

Our client is a leading UK regulatory body committed to safeguarding financial security and promoting best practices across the industry.

Job Description

• Define and implement a forward-thinking cyber security roadmap aligned with organisational goals and industry trends.
• Manage daily security operations, assess risks and vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance
• Identify and deliver improvements to enhance resilience.
• Champion awareness and training programs to embed strong security practices across the business. Provide expert guidance to stakeholders at all levels.
• Set objectives, mentor, and grow a high-performing cyber team. Encourage collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with the SOC provider to maintain robust monitoring and response capabilities

The Successful Applicant

• Extensive experience in cyber operations with a proven track record of delivering improvements of cyber security
• Recognised certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP (desirable)
• Familiarity with Microsoft security technologies (desirable).
• Knowledge of ISO27001 and ISMS principles; public sector experience is an advantage.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team of specialists while influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Skilled in defining and executing cyber security strategies and processes.
• BPSS clearance required.

What's on Offer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• hybrid working (6 days a month in office)
• flexible working patterns, and flexitime
• Civil Service Pension: employer contribution of 28.97%