At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team to enhance cyber security across systems and cloud environments.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation prioritising modern cyber security practices.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to shape security culture.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a supportive and innovative environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cyber security while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in cyber security leadership and strong technical background.
The predicted salary is between 63500 - 63500 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, hands-on IT Security Manager to lead a small in-house security team and drive the ongoing evolution of a modern cyber security function. This role is ideal for a senior or lead Security Engineer ready to step into management, combining technical expertise with team leadership and strategic influence.
The IT Security Manager will take ownership of the organisation's cyber security posture across systems, infrastructure, and cloud environments. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, the role blends hands-on technical involvement with leadership and strategic oversight.
Key Responsibilities- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing cyber security team
- Own and deliver the IT security strategy, policies, and best practices
- Oversee day-to-day security operations (SIEM, EDR, incident response, vulnerability management)
- Ensure compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls and GDPR
- Manage risk assessments, remediation planning, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Secure cloud and hybrid environments (Azure/AWS)
- Act as the escalation point for complex security incidents and threats
- Collaborate with engineering and infrastructure teams to embed Secure by Design principles
- Manage third-party security vendors and services
- Lead audits, compliance activities, and incident response planning
- Drive security awareness and foster a strong security culture across the business
- Proven experience in a cyber security leadership or senior-level role
- Strong hands-on background in security operations and engineering
- Experience with tools such as SIEM (Splunk), EDR, and vulnerability scanning platforms
- Solid understanding of cloud security (Azure, AWS) and enterprise IT environments
- Knowledge of identity & access management (IAM, MFA, RBAC, PAM)
- Experience with risk management and ISO 27001 compliance
- Understanding of incident response, threat detection, and DevSecOps practices
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical risk into business terms
- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CRISC or CEH
- Cloud certifications (AZ-500, AWS Security Specialty)
- Exposure to Splunk ES
IT Security Manager in Godalming employer: IT Talent Solutions
Join a forward-thinking organisation that prioritises innovation and employee development, offering a dynamic work culture where your contributions are valued. As an IT Security Manager, you will lead a talented team in a collaborative environment, with access to ongoing training and professional growth opportunities. Located in a vibrant area, the company fosters a strong security culture while ensuring compliance with industry standards, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
