Information Security Manager

Information Assurance / Security Manager – Manchester/Hybrid – Up to £65,000 Per Annum + Benefits

Fuel Recruitment is working with a leading public sector-focused organisation seeking an experienced Information Assurance / Security Manager to join their team. This role involves delivering information security and data protection services across internal operations and client engagements. You’ll play a key part in maintaining compliance with industry standards and frameworks, supporting audits, and driving continuous improvement. The position offers a hybrid working model, with a preference for candidates based near Northwest offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, approve, and advise on all information assurance and security matters for internal teams and clients.
  
  
• Implement and maintain information security management processes aligned to ISO 27001, supporting audits and improvement initiatives.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with multiple security standards and frameworks, including Cyber Essentials Plus, NHS DSPT, PCI DSS, NCSC CAF, and PSN CoCo.
  
  
• Perform risk management activities and support security incident response.
  
  
• Collaborate with project teams to address security challenges and maintain assurance and compliance.
  
  
• Oversee vulnerability management efforts and ensure security service delivery remains compliant.
  
  Key Skills / Experience
  
  
• Strong knowledge and experience in information security management and risk management.
  
  
• Understanding of technical security controls in IT environments.
  
  
• Familiarity with incident response processes for security events.
  
  
• Awareness of data protection principles and compliance requirements.
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
• Ability to participate in an on-call rota for out-of-hours escalations.
  
  
• Advantageous: Experience within UK public sector environments, knowledge of frameworks and technologies (Azure, MS Security, SASE), and certifications such as CISM, CISSP, CCSP, CRISC, or CISA.
  
  Benefits
  
  
• Pension scheme
  
  
• Health insurance
  
  
• 25 days annual leave
  
  
• Life assurance
  
  
• Flexible working arrangements
  
  
• Employee ownership benefits
  
  
• Access to retail discounts via “Perks at Work”
  
  
• Training and personal development opportunities