Information Security Manager - ISO27001

London
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Information Security Manager - ISO27001

Location: London, Hybrid

Salary: Up to 80,000

Reports to: Head of Cyber Security

Opportunity for significant training as a vCISO if this experience has not already been gained

A well regarded Managed Service Provider is seeking an experienced Information Security Manager to join its team on a permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to lead and deliver strategic security initiatives across a varied client base, with a strong focus on governance, risk, and compliance.

The successful candidate will have a proven background within an MSP or MSSP environment, ideally hold a CISSP certification and demonstrate deep expertise in GRC frameworks, particularly ISO27001. Either experience of, or a strong desire to be trained up (by one of the best in the business), to act as a virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) is essential.

This business has made significant investment into its Cyber Security Practice (most recently adding a SOC-as-a-Service), positioning itself at the forefront of managed security solutions and enabling clients to benefit from cutting-edge threat detection and response capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the development and implementation of security policies, procedures, and controls
Manage ISO27001 compliance, including internal and external audits
Conduct risk assessments and oversee incident response planning
Collaborate with technical teams to ensure security is embedded across services
Advise on regulatory requirements and emerging threats
Ultimately serve as a vCISO for clients, providing strategic guidance on security posture and compliance

Candidate Profile:

Extensive experience in information security within an MSP or MSSP
Extremely strong working knowledge of GRC frameworks, including ISO27001:2022 (implementation experience)
Experience in a vCISO capacity or highly motivated to train to become a vCISO
Ideally CISSP certified
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Ability to lead complex security programmes across multiple environments

This role offers flexible working arrangements (hybrid), exposure to a wide range of industries and technologies, and the chance to join a collaborative team within a forward-thinking MSP committed to professional development.

Only candidates with the right to work in the UK will be considered.

London - Hybrid

Paying up to £80,000, depending on experience

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