At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive risk assurance and compliance oversight in a dynamic cyber environment.
- Company: Join a leading firm focused on cyber governance and compliance.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a fast-paced environment with excellent career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cyber security while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in Cyber Incident Response and strong stakeholder engagement skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Contract Duration: Until 13 November 2027
Location: Hybrid (2 days onsite - office based in London or Sheffield)
Job Type: Contract
We are seeking an experienced Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) Manager to join our team. This role involves driving risk assurance, compliance oversight, and certification delivery across a complex, multi-entity environment. The successful candidate will be a hands-on GRC Manager who can operate with autonomy, bring structure to ambiguity, and engage effectively across business and technology stakeholders.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Subsidiary Risk Assurance & Governance: Conduct risk assessments, develop risk heat maps, and produce executive-level summaries.
- ISO 27001 & Cyber Essentials Delivery: Oversee readiness assessments, provide governance oversight, and validate compliance with standards.
- Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement: Deliver regular reports, manage stakeholder engagement, and maintain centralised dashboards.
- Strategic Roadmapping: Develop a 3-year cyber compliance roadmap, detailing priorities, timelines, and resource requirements.
- Compliance & Advisory: Provide ongoing support for compliance, interpret regulatory requirements, and ensure alignment with industry standards.
- Incident Leadership & Management: Lead the coordination of high-severity cyber incidents, ensuring effective communication and structured execution.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Core Experience: Proven experience in Cyber Incident Response or Major Incident Management, preferably in a SOC or Security Operations environment.
- Stakeholder & Leadership Skills: Excellent communication skills, ability to influence and negotiate under pressure, and experience with senior stakeholders.
- Operational Capability: Experience managing incident bridges/war rooms and strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.
- Technical Understanding (Desirable): Knowledge of cyber security concepts, Endpoint Detection & Response, SIEM platforms, and ServiceNow.
To apply for the Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance Manager position, please submit your CV and a member of the Reed Professional Services Talent Team will be in touch.
Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance Manager in Sheffield employer: Energy Jobline ZR
Join a forward-thinking organisation in Sheffield that prioritises employee development and fosters a collaborative work culture. As a Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance Manager, you will benefit from a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility while engaging with a diverse team of professionals dedicated to excellence in cyber security. With a strong focus on career growth and the opportunity to lead critical initiatives, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding path in a dynamic environment.
