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3-6-Month contract – Inside IR35 – up to £675 per day

Birmingham based – hybrid working – 3 days a week office based

Must be eligible for SC Clearance

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Information Security Manager to play a critical role in ensuring the security and resilience of our client's IT systems and data. As a client-facing professional, you will act as the pivotal point of contact for all matters relating to information and cybersecurity. You will collaborate closely with multiple teams to develop, implement, and manage robust information security frameworks, policies, and protocols.

This role combines both strategic leadership and technical expertise, enabling you to influence decision-making, advise on best practices, and ensure continuous improvement in the security posture. You will lead efforts in risk management, regulatory compliance, incident response, and security awareness training, while ensuring the client remains aligned with industry standards and legal requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, Cyber Essentials). Your expertise will help mitigate risks, defend against cyber threats, and maintain the highest level of security across the client's infrastructure, all while maintaining a clear focus on delivering outstanding service and value.

Key to your success will be your ability to manage complex security challenges, foster strong relationships with teams, and drive a proactive security culture within their organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary information security point of contact for relevant teams, developing a trusted relationship and advising on all aspects of cybersecurity.
• Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies, procedures, and frameworks, ensuring alignment with industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST) and legal requirements (e.g., GDPR, Cyber Essentials).
• Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability management for the client, providing actionable recommendations to mitigate risks.
• Lead incident detection, investigation, and response efforts, ensuring minimal impact to the client’s business operations.
• Collaborate with the client’s IT and business teams to integrate security solutions and processes that align with their goals.
• Deliver regular reporting to the client on security status, incidents, risks, and compliance with agreed SLAs and KPIs.
• Provide guidance and support for the client in meeting their regulatory obligations (e.g., GDPR compliance, data protection).
• Oversee and lead security audits, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments for the client.
• Manage security awareness training programs for the client’s staff, fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness.
• Provide ongoing advice on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security best practices, helping the client stay ahead of the curve.
• Ensure that the client’s information security posture is continuously improved through proactive security measures, monitoring, and reporting.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in information security management or a related role, preferably within an MSP or client-facing environment.
• Strong understanding of UK and international cybersecurity regulations, including GDPR, Cyber Essentials, and ISO 27001.
• Experience managing and leading security operations, incident response, and risk assessments.
• Understanding and knowledge of security technologies (SIEM, firewalls, endpoint protection, encryption, etc.) and practices (vulnerability management, penetration testing).
• Experience working in a service delivery or consultancy capacity with external clients.
• Excellent communication skills, able to convey technical security information to non-technical stakeholders at all levels.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and work in a dynamic environment.
• Proactive approach to identifying and solving problems before they escalate.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills to support junior staff and teams.
• Ability to translate business needs into security solutions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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