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Cyber Security Programme Manager

Tenth Revolution Group
City of London, City and County of the City of London
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Cyber Security Programme Manager - Contract

Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days onsite at Bishopsgate HQ)
Contract Length: 6 months (with potential extension up to 36 months)
IR35 Status: Outside IR35
Start Date: ASAP
Day Rate: Competitive

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Cyber Security Programme Manager to lead a major enterprise-wide cyber security uplift programme for a leading organisation in the construction industry. This transformation initiative spans 24-36 months and aims to significantly enhance the organisation's security posture across both cloud (Microsoft Azure) and on-premise environments, aligned to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and CIS Controls.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end delivery of a multi-stream cyber security uplift programme
Manage the RFP process and selection of third-party vendors and consultancies
Oversee the external delivery partner, ensuring accountability for risks, issues, and deadlines
Deliver initiatives across people, process, technology, and governance
Manage smaller internal cyber security projects outside the partner's scope
Maintain programme governance, risk management, and resource planning
Collaborate with senior stakeholders, IT teams, and external suppliers
Drive change management and embed new security disciplines across the organisation
Monitor progress against KPIs, including NIST CSF and CIS maturity improvements
Ensure compliance with internal policies, data protection laws, and industry standards
Manage programme budgets and ensure value delivery

Technology Environment

Cloud Security (Microsoft Azure):

Microsoft Sentinel
Microsoft Defender (Cloud, Endpoint, Office 365)
Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
Microsoft Purview
Microsoft Intune
Azure Security CentreInformation Security (On-Premise):

Firewalls (e.g. Palo Alto, Fortinet)
Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP)
SIEM tools (on-prem or hybrid)
Identity & Access Management (IAM)
Patch management and vulnerability scanning
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Candidate Profile

Proven experience delivering large-scale cyber and information security programmes
Strong hands-on background in cyber security and technical delivery
Deep understanding of Microsoft Azure security architecture and tooling
Experience managing third-party vendors and consultancies
Familiarity with NIST CSF, CIS Controls, and ISO 27001
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Relevant certifications (e.g. SC-100, CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer)

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