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We believe everyone is entitled to a good home they can afford, in a place they are proud to live. More than 100,000 people live in our homes.
If you want to experience work that’s truly rewarding, join us. Because when we achieve together, customers and communities thrive.
Work for Orbit. Believe in people.
The role
The Information Security Manager plays a critical role within Orbit in safeguarding its digital assets and infrastructure. This position is responsible for shaping and assisting in the execution of the security strategy and ensuring robust protection against evolving cyber threats. The role will lead the security operations team, ensuring the protection of Orbit’s IT systems and services across on-premises and cloud environments.
You will combine strategic oversight with hands-on technical expertise in incident response, threat management, and security architecture. The role will drive continuous improvement, mentor team members, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
This role is part of Technology & Information where you'll help us give colleagues the infrastructure, support and insight they need to be brilliant.
What you'll achieve
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 4 security professionals.
Deputise for the Head of IT Security in relevant forums.
Oversee and participate in the investigation, containment, and remediation of security incidents.
Act as an escalation point for complex threats.
Ensure secure design and implementation of cloud solutions (preferably Azure).
Ensure compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus, NCSC CAF, NIST, CIS, and GDPR.
Contribute to the development of the security program and roadmap.
Communicate risks effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.What you'll bring
Essential skills
Experience in leading and managing technical teams.
CISSP or similar security certification or working towards one
Strong knowledge of security frameworks (CIS, NIST, Cyber Essentials).
Hands-on experience with Microsoft security technologies (Defender, Sentinel, Intune).
Deep understanding of network infrastructure, protocols, and cloud security (Azure).
Proven experience in incident response and threat management.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Experience with ITIL and technical operations.Why Orbit?
Choosing us means being rewarded in every sense.
Here’s what you can expect to enjoy with us.
A rewarding experience that works for you
We strive to create an inclusive experience with benefits and wellbeing programmes designed to help you, and your loved ones, to thrive. For a better work life balance, we offer flexible working opportunities for many roles.
A place to progress
From training programmes to professional qualifications, we provide opportunities to learn and develop at every stage of your career. Whether you’re a student, graduate or experienced professional we’ll support you to grow.
For leaders, our tailored development journeys are designed to stretch and strengthen your leadership skills. As well as practical training, we give you access to renowned business schools and experiential programmes for greater breadth and depth of learning.
A purpose to feel proud of
We’re proud to make a difference to people together. We’re values-driven with a commercial focus on performance - because the more profit we make, the more we can achieve for people.
What brings us together is a passionate belief in progress and people.
Read more about the values and purpose that drive us on our careers website.
How we hire
We aim to make our hiring process simple and fair:
Online application
Interview(s)
Decision and offerWe put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check
