Senior Security Operations & Assurance Lead

IBM SiXworks; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Private Medical

Life Assurance

Generous pension

Bonus

Professional development

On-site gym/cafe/parking

Job summary

SiXworks is seeking an Operations & Assurance Security Manager to lead information security, risk management, and compliance across our defence-focused digital projects. You will develop policies, oversee cybersecurity strategy, and drive secure-by-design practices across the contract.

You’ll coordinate audits, manage incidents, and report to senior stakeholders while aligning with GDPR and JSP standards. The role requires strong leadership, technical insight, and the ability to work in a

Qualifications

• Experience in information security management and governance.
• Knowledge of GDPR/Data Protection Act.
• Experience coordinating audits and assurance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Oversee cybersecurity strategy and protection of IT systems.
• Lead incident response and remediation activities.
• Coordinate vulnerability assessments and pen tests.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and JSP standards.
• Provide assurance reporting to senior management.

Skills

Security management

Risk management

Compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Auditing

Training & awareness

Tools

ISO 27001

Job description

SiXworks is seeking an Operations & Assurance Security Manager to lead information security, risk management, and compliance across our defence-focused digital projects. You will develop policies, oversee cybersecurity strategy, and drive secure-by-design practices across the contract.

You’ll coordinate audits, manage incidents, and report to senior stakeholders while aligning with GDPR and JSP standards. The role requires strong leadership, technical insight, and the ability to work in a