Information Security Manager

Information Security Manager (Advisory, Risk & Compliance)
London | Hybrid (2-3 days per week onsite)
Up to £68,800 + 30 days annual leave + excellent pension

We are seeking an experienced Information Security Manager to join a forward-thinking organisation undergoing a significant transformation in its information security capability.

This is a high-impact, advisory-focused role where you will play a key part in strengthening security posture across a complex environment, embedding best practice, and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
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The Role
As a senior member of the security function, you will lead on information risk, vulnerability management, and compliance, acting as a trusted advisor to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
You will:

• Provide expert guidance on information security risk and controls
  
• Conduct and lead security risk assessments across systems and projects
  
• Review and interpret technical vulnerability data and logs
  
• Support compliance and regulatory requirements (e.g. data protection, audits)
  
• Work closely with IT and business teams to embed security into processes and decision-making
  
• Help shape and improve security policies, frameworks, and engagement processes
  
• Act as a key point of contact for security advice and assurance
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  What We're Looking For
  This role requires someone who can balance technical understanding with strong interpersonal skills.
  You will:
  
• Have a higher education background (essential)
  
• Bring experience in information security risk, advisory, and compliance roles
  
• Be comfortable interpreting vulnerability reports/logs and translating findings into action
  
• Have knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST, or similar
  
• Demonstrate experience in risk assessments, policy development, and security governance
  
• Ideally hold or be working towards certifications such as CISM, CISSP, or CISA
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  Key Skills
  
• Engaging and diplomatic communicator - able to influence without alienating
  
• Skilled in encouraging behavioural change around security practices
  
• Confident in challenging stakeholders constructively when required
  
• Able to translate technical risk into clear, actionable insight
  
• Strong stakeholder management across both technical and business teams
  This role requires someone who can strike the right balance between guidance and governance - encouraging best practice while ensuring compliance where it matters most.
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  Why Apply?
  
• Opportunity to shape and influence security strategy in a large-scale environment
  
• Highly collaborative culture with strong stakeholder engagement
  
• Excellent benefits including 30 days leave and a generous pension
  
• Flexible hybrid working in London
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  If you're an Information Security professional who thrives in advisory, risk and stakeholder-focused roles, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact.
  
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