Group Information & Cyber Security Manager

Role: Group Information & Cyber Security Manager
Location: Leeds (Hybrid)
Salary: £85,000 - £90,000
Type: Permanent, Ful-Time

Summary:

We are looking for a strategic and influential cyber security leader for a Group Information & Cyber Security Manager position in Leeds city centre. The main purpose of this role is to lead, develop, and continuously enhance the client's information and cyber security posture, ensuring the security, integrity and availability of all systems and data.

This is a fantastic role for a highly experienced Information & Cyber leader to step into a high-visibility role that combines strategic influence, leadership, and the chance to take ownership of a company's security protocol. This role operates on a hybrid basis (2 days per week) in the Leeds city centre office with on-site parking.


Key Responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership for the organisation's information and cyber security function, continually strengthening the protection of systems and data to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
• Set the strategic vision and governance framework for all areas of cyber and information security across the Group.
• Manage third-party providers responsible for cyber monitoring, detection, and incident response, ensuring strong performance, resilience, and effective risk control.
• Maintain and take ownership of the Group-wide cyber security risk register, including conducting risk assessments, threat modelling, and defining mitigation strategies.
• Take the lead on security incident management, ensuring timely response, clear stakeholder communication, and ongoing improvement of processes.
• Ensure adherence to relevant regulations and industry standards, including ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and the UK Data Protection Act.
• Promote a strong security-first culture across the organisation through awareness initiatives, training programmes, and targeted education efforts.

Requirements:

• Strong technical understanding across various security toolings, IAM, DLP, SIEM, EDR, and vulnerability management.
• Deep understanding of compliance frameworks including, ISO27001, NIST, GDPR, and industry best practice
• Collaborative leadership style with ability to influence and challenge at exec level
• Risk-based mindset with ability to balance security with operational and commercial needs

Benefits:

• Salary: £85,000 - £90,000
• Hybrid Working
• Company Pension Scheme

Role: Group Information & Cyber Security Manager
Location: Leeds (Hybrid)
Salary: £85,000 - £90,000
Type: Permanent, Ful-Time

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