Manager, Cyber Security, Identity , TC UKI in Manchester

Location: London

Date: 13 Jan 2026

Requisition ID: 1673541

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Cyber security and its related challenges are a rapidly growing field. As such, the opportunities for careers in cyber security are also growing. Securing an organisation against cyber threats is a business priority to enable growth and successful digital transformation and we are at the heart of many of these conversations and projects. EY is rapidly expanding its cyber security consulting practice to further support these exciting opportunities.

The team you join - EY’s UK & Ireland Cyber Practice - is part of a global cyber team of 5,000+ professionals focused on developing and delivering cutting edge security transformation programmes, cyber threat management, identity and access management, security architecture, data protection and privacy, and resilience services.

The opportunity:

EY is seeking experienced team members who can review, design and deliver Cyber Identity and Access Management (IAM) services. You will take a key position in delivering EY’s cyber security and IAM capabilities. You will also take a supporting role in building out EY's IAM cyber services, working with alliance partners and advising clients on current market trends.

Responsibilities:

• Managing and owning an IAM engagement, responsible for day-to-day running of engagement including managing project plans, managing client stakeholders and meeting quality, time, budget and project delivery targets.
• Responsible for managing onshore, nearshore and offshore teams.
• Working with prospective clients to agree, scope and plan the delivery phase of engagements.
• Bring subject-matter experience to IAM engagements.
• Lead teams for technical delivery and provide technical and non-technical direction to the team for engagement delivery.
• Responsible for making and driving key project decisions for successful completion of the engagement.
• Contributing to developing the market for IAM across all sectors, identifying sales opportunities and working with senior practice and market leaders in the creation of proposals and marketing material.
• Developing team members by sharing knowledge, mentoring and coaching them and leading by example.
• Creating thought leadership and market materials for selling and promoting EY Cyber and IAM Security offering.

Skills and attributes for success:

• Be professional, quickly establishing personal credibility and demonstrating expertise.
• Be a good communicator with the ability to contribute assuredly to IAM business and technical security discussions with peers.
• Be a team player who sees the value of teamwork, facilitates and encourages collaboration among team members, and can motivate teams to maximise performance.
• Take a practical approach to solving issues and gaining client agreement.
• Analyze complex problems and deliver insightful, practical and sustainable solutions.
• Be confident and effective in recognising and managing potential issues during client assignments.
• Structure and manage projects that meet client expectations and mitigate any risks or issues.
• Be open and driven to continuously learn and apply emerging IAM trends and technologies to quickly establish themselves as a subject matter expert in the area.

Qualifications:

• Exposure across one or more of the following: Identity Governance, Access Management, Privileged Access Management, Consumer Identity, OT IAM.
• Worked with one or more of the following IAM technologies: Saviynt, Clear Skye, SailPoint, CyberArk, Entra, OneIdentity, BeyondTrust, Okta, Ping, ForgeRock.
• Project management experience on IAM solution deployments (waterfall and/or agile).
• IAM controls governance frameworks over processes, controls, organisation and infrastructure.
• Ideally, you’ll also have IAM business analysis experience.
• IAM assessment, strategy and roadmap development experience.
• Design experience for IAM solutions on client transformations.
• Key sector experience in one or more of the following: Government & Public sector, Energy & Utilities, Retail and Consumer products, Life sciences, Telecoms, Media and Technology, Transport.
• Experience managing and coaching others in the development and delivery of complex client solutions and/or proposition development.

Please note: The successful candidate must undergo and pass checks in line with SC (Security Check) clearance standards after joining EY. These checks may include, but are not limited to, verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, proof of address and unspent criminal convictions. Candidates must be a UK national or have been a resident in the UK for a minimum of five years and ensure that they have not spent more than six months outside the UK.

What we look for:

• Core consulting skills: Advanced data and evidence management, client management on remediation programmes, driving innovation and continuous improvement.
• Technical skills: Strong technical insight, practical knowledge and specialist capability.
• Market/Sector knowledge: Demonstrable market/sector expertise in your field.
• Versatility: Proven ability to adapt and learn in an innovative environment.

What we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. Apply now.