Cyber Security Manager (Public Sector & Defence)

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London, United Kingdom
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£85,000 – £95,000 pa

Salary

£85,000 – £95,000 pa

Posted
21 Sep 2026 (Today)

Cyber Security Manager - London, UK

  • Up to £95,000 Depending on Experience
  • Hybrid working, 2 to 3 days per week onsite in London
  • Existing Active SC or DV clearance required

About The Client

Our client is a major organisation delivering cyber security and technology transformation programmes across some of the UK's most complex and sensitive environments. They work closely with Defence and Government customers, helping them strengthen security, manage cyber risk and deliver secure transformation.

Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Cyber Security Manager to join their team.

The Benefits

  • Work on high-impact Defence and National Security programmes
  • Exposure to complex cyber security challenges across multiple domains
  • Strong opportunities for professional development and career progression
  • Opportunity to work alongside experienced cyber and technology specialists
  • Clear and structured progression structure
  • Performance bonus
  • Flexible cash benefits


The Cyber Security Manager Role

As a Cyber Security Manager, you will act as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them understand cyber risk, improve their security posture and deliver secure technology transformation.

You could be responsible for:

  • Leading client engagements and developing relationships with key stakeholders
  • Delivering cyber security assessments, architecture reviews and risk analysis
  • Running workshops and presenting complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Advising on security architectures, controls and technologies
  • Developing cyber security strategies and implementation roadmaps
  • Supporting incident response and business continuity planning
  • Applying frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, CIS and CAF
  • Providing specialist advice across complex Defence and Government environments


Cyber Security Manager Essential Skills

  • Strong background within cyber or information security
  • Experience working within Defence, Government or National Security environments
  • Knowledge of security frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, CIS or CAF
  • Experience within areas such as security architecture, cyber risk, vulnerability management, incident response, security monitoring or threat intelligence
  • Strong stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills
  • Understanding of network security, encryption, authentication and access controls
  • Experience with threat and risk modelling


To Be Considered

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