Cyber Security Manager

• Cyber Security Manager
• Manchester - 2-3 days per week in the office
• £70,000 - £75,000 per annum

Our client is seeking an experienced and forward thinking Cyber Security Manager to guide and strengthen their Cyber Security function. This position plays a key role in protecting their systems, data and customers, making sure the organisation stays ahead of new and evolving cyber threats.

Sitting within the Governance, Risk, Compliance, Security and Internal IT division, you will take on a pivotal leadership role, driving the development and execution of their cyber security strategy. You will collaborate closely with Product, Engineering and Technology teams to ensure security is embedded throughout the organisation, while leading and nurturing a high performing security team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of shaping and delivering the organisation's overall cyber security strategy
• Monitor and manage cyber risks, emerging threats and potential vulnerabilities across the company
• Lead activities such as security testing, threat modelling and vulnerability reviews
• Build, maintain and regularly update incident response and disaster recovery plans
• Work closely with teams across the business to ensure security is built into products, projects and processes
• Promote a strong security culture by driving awareness initiatives and training programmes
• Provide leadership, guidance and development for the cyber security team

Skills Knowledge & Expertise

• Proven leadership experience in cyber security within a regulated environment
• Experience working with Artificial Intelligence
• Strong technical knowledge of security tools (e.g. CrowdStrike, Sentinel, Purview, iBoss)
• Solid understanding of security frameworks (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, SOC 2)
• Experience in risk assessment, incident management and vulnerability testing
• Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail

Benefits:

• 25 days' holiday plus public holidays increasing with length of service.
• Birthday off work.
• 2 paid volunteer days a year
• Holiday Purchase scheme
• We operate a Salary Exchange pension scheme which you will be auto-enrolled into from day one of employment.
• £240 yearly Wellbeing Allowance
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health cash plan
• Free breakfast & lunch when in the Manchester office
• Discounted Parking in Manchester
• Access to training - both internal and external
• Dog friendly office