Chief Information Security Officer

Job Title:

Chief Information Security Officer, Manchester

Client:

The University of Manchester

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

University of Manchester

About the University
Founded in 1824, the University of Manchester has a long-standing reputation for discovery, social change, and innovation. As a member of the prestigious Russell Group, it is one of the UK’s largest single-site universities, with over 46,000 students and 15,000 staff. The faculty and alumni include 25 Nobel laureates.

About IT Services
IT Services (ITS) supports research, teaching, and learning across the University. It is one of the largest directorates, focused on delivering quality services and an exceptional user experience.

Our Vision
To create a dynamic digital presence that transforms the experience for students and staff, providing seamless, intelligent, and trustworthy digital solutions.

Goals:

• Enhance digital workflows through AI and data-driven solutions.
• Drive service excellence with innovative IT solutions.
• Improve IT security and compliance via risk-based information management.
• Foster innovation through strategic partnerships.
• Empower staff through engagement and inclusive practices.

Organisational Structure
ITS comprises five core divisions led by section heads and the Library’s representative, forming the IT Senior Leadership Team:

• Digital and Innovation
• Research IT
• Directorate Services
• Information Security

Role Context
The University operates globally, with an annual income over £1bn and a vast IT ecosystem serving over 75,000 stakeholders. As a research-intensive institution handling sensitive data, it is a high-profile target for cyber threats.

About the Role
As a key member of the IT Senior Leadership Team, the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) will develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to protect the University’s digital assets.

Benefits:

• Market-leading pension scheme
• Excellent health and wellbeing services, including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Additional paid leave during Christmas
• Discounts at major retailers

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We support flexible working arrangements and may consider hybrid working.

Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from recruitment agencies. Enquiries should be directed to emailprotected .

For inquiries about the vacancy, visit:

This vacancy closes at midnight on the closing date. Please see the further particulars document for the person specification criteria.

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