Role: Information Security Manager

Location: United Kingdom

Salary: £90,000+

Key Responsibilities:

Use risk management principles to identify, evaluate, and prioritise security risks.
Work closely with project managers and technical teams to assess risks and recommend suitable mitigation strategies.
Track and monitor the implementation of security remediation plans to ensure effective risk mitigation.
Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure adherence to security policies, standards, and regulatory obligations.
Assist in developing and enforcing security policies, standards, and procedures related to vendor management and project security.
Support security audit activities, including those performed by internal audit teams, clients, or certification bodies (e.g., ISO27001).
Perform vendor and project security risk assessments following established frameworks and methodologies.
Analyse security risks tied to third-party vendors and internal projects, with a focus on security, privacy, and compliance.
Identify potential vulnerabilities and risks, providing recommendations for effective risk mitigation.
Utilise industry best practices and regulatory standards to evaluate and address security risks.

About you:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
Professional certifications such as CISA or CISM (desirable).
Strong knowledge of information security principles, best practices, and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
Experience in conducting vendor risk assessments and project security risk assessments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
E: j.bhard@locke-mccloud.com

Locke & McCloud are the UK’s leading cyber security & information security staffing company – through having a sole focus on the cyber & information security space we have been able to foster solid relationships with some of the UK’s most exciting cyber security consultancies & end users. Our focus on the information security space allows us to be able to help you find the most exciting opportunities in the cyber security market. If you are on the lookout for your next cyber security or information security role, please get in touch!