Cyber Security Manager

Cyber Security Manager Permanent Location: Home / Brighton Salary: £70,000 - £82,000 (+ excellent benefits including 27% pension contributions, bonus scheme, flexi time) Skills: Microsoft Security skills - Defender, Sentinel & Azure Security Center, Certifications - (ISC)² ISSEP or SSCP, CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate or equivalent We are looking to recruit a Cyber Security Manager for a technology driven public sector organisation. This is an exciting role in a forward-thinking organisation and the Cyber Security Manager will be responsible for establishing and growing my client's new Security / Cyber Engineering function. This is a hands-on management role where you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving our cybersecurity infrastructure and solutions. You will play a crucial role in protecting our organisation's networks, systems, and data from cyber threats by developing and delivering a robust cyber defence strategy. You will have line management responsibility for 1 individual so previous management / team leadership experience is highly desirable. This is a hybrid role and you will be required to work on site in Brighton 6 days a month. Key Responsibilities: Leadership: Lead, manage, and develop the Security / Cyber Engineering team to ensure the delivery of high-performing security solutions. Strategic Planning: Define and implement a long-term cyber engineering roadmap to maximize our defences and minimise risks. Technical Expertise: Maintain and enhance the effectiveness of my client's cybersecurity toolsets, including Microsoft security services, third-party solutions, and network security technologies. Collaboration: Work closely with key stakeholders across the organisation to align security initiatives with broader business objectives and ensure a unified approach to cybersecurity. Incident Response: Provide expert guidance and support in response to security incidents, ensuring quick and effective resolution. Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies, and apply this knowledge to continually improve our security posture. Essential Experience: Proven experience leading a cybersecurity team with hands-on expertise in network security technologies. Strong background in designing and delivering multi-year cyber engineering roadmaps. In-depth technical experience with Microsoft security and infrastructure services, including Defender, Sentinel, Azure Security Center, and more. Expertise in integrating and supporting third-party security solutions with Microsoft cloud infrastructure. Excellent understanding of network architecture design and hands-on support. Passion for cybersecurity and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks. Desirable Qualifications: Cyber certifications such as (ISC)² ISSEP or SSCP, CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate.