Cyber Security Manager - Governance & Risk

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Are you an experienced Information Security Manager looking for your next challenge?

I'm currently working with a leading company in the energy sector who are looking for a Information Security Manager to join the team and lead them through a number of new projects. They are looking to innovate and drive the future of energy, ensuring safety, security, and efficiency in everything they do.

As the Information Security Manager you will oversee the risk management and IT security governance. In this role, you'll develop and implement security processes and policies, ensuring their systems are secure and compliant with industry standards.

What you'll do:

Manage risk and IT security governance, including compliance with standards like ISO27001.
Conduct technical and non-technical risk assessments and monitor compliance with security policies.
Lead internal and external audits, ensuring timely resolution of any issues.
Develop business continuity plans, working with emergency planning teams.
Regularly review and update security policies and procedures.
Manage relationships with security vendors and contractors.
Support the delivery of security regulatory and project assurance.
Continually improve security processes and compliance initiatives.
Deputise for the Head of Cyber Security when needed.What you'll need:

Knowledge of information security risk management (e.g., ISO27001).
IT/IS security qualifications such as CISSP.
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
Experience with ISO27001, ISO27002, and GDPR.
Understanding of security controls and their effectiveness.
Familiarity with assurance frameworks.
Experience in delivering information security certification and maintaining compliance.
Experience in creating and reviewing IS security policies.
High-level understanding of operational technology systems and their risks.
Ability to obtain UK security clearance and have been a UK resident for 5 years or more.What you'll get:

Up to £75,000 salary DOE.
Annual bonus up to 15%.
Flexible hours and hybrid working.
Up to 12% Employer contribution pension.
25 days holiday (increases with service).
Car allowance/company car scheme.
And many more such as healthcare, course fees etc.Clearance Requirements: Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible for security clearance. To qualify, you must have lived permanently in the UK for 5 years or more.

If you meet a handful of the above requirements and are interest in the role then please apply and I will be in touch shortly to discuss the role in more detail.

To find out more about Computer Futures please visit

Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

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