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A Cyber Security Manager is needed for a Council based in North West London. The team produces high quality, critical work for the Council and due to the manager retiring, need an experience Cyber Security Manager to lead the team.

The Cyber Security Manager will be the strategic lead, safeguarding their critical data. They will make sure all systems and process are meeting national guidelines, managing and developing the Council's cybersecurity framework and monitor and maintain compliance. They will work collaboratively with senior level management and Architects, play a key role in the Change Advisory Board and Information Security Board, and work with senior level stakeholders in the Council. They will be directly responsible for a Cyber Security Analyst too.

The role is offering an attractive package, excellent pension, holiday, hybrid working (3 days in the office), structured career progression plus, the opportunity to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Essential Experience:

Cyber Security Management experience
Public Sector experience
Familiar with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender & Microsoft E5 Security toolsetsIf you are interested in the role, please apply or send your CV via email to Callum Gardiner c.gardiner @(url removed)

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