Cyber Security Manager

Salary: £75,000 - 85,000 per year

Requirements:

• Proven experience leading a Cyber Security, Cyber Defence or Information Security function in a complex organisation
• Strong knowledge of security operations, incident response, risk management and security governance
• Experience developing and implementing security policies, controls and improvement programmes
• A strong understanding of ISO:27001, Cyber Essentials, PCI-DSS and wider security best practice
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, and the ability to influence at all levels
• Experience leading teams and driving positive change across technology and business functions
• A pragmatic, commercial approach that balances security requirements with business goals
• The ability to juggle several priorities and make informed, risk-based decisions
• A hands-on mindset and a real passion for cyber security
• Desirable: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor or equivalent

Responsibilities:

• Leading and developing our cyber defence and information security capability
• Managing, coaching and developing a team of Information Security professionals
• Managing security vendor partners and making sure they deliver
• Owning and improving security incident response, including communications and recovery
• Leading security investigations and overseeing remediation after incidents or identified risks
• Driving compliance with security policies, standards and regulations, including ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials and PCI-DSS
• Managing security audits, risk assessments and improvement plans
• Delivering security reporting, metrics and risk updates to senior stakeholders and governance forums
• Working with technology and business teams to build security into projects, change initiatives and supplier engagements
• Promoting a strong security culture through awareness, education and engagement
• Keeping ahead of emerging threats and vulnerabilities to keep improving security maturity

Technologies:

• Security

More:

We are a leading UK-based business with a multi-site estate, offering a hybrid and flexible working role based in Birmingham, with 2-3 days on site. This is a highly visible leadership position within our technology function, reporting to the Head of Information Security. You will have the autonomy to shape our cyber capability, influence strategy, and make a visible difference in a collaborative team where your expertise is valued. The package includes a base salary up to £85,000, an annual bonus of up to 30%, matched pension contributions, private healthcare and dental cover, 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, the option to buy additional leave, staff discounts, and Cycle to Work and wellbeing schemes.

last updated 40 week of 2026