Information Security Manager in England

Department: Compliance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Birmingham

Why RLB? At RLB, we live by four simple ideas: Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow. Four values that live at the heart of RLB. A place where People Make Progress. We value your skills, talents and unique perspectives – we think they are priceless. Bring them to RLB and you’ll be empowered to shape our future and your career in new and meaningful ways. You’ll continue to learn and advance as everyone who works for us is provided with a tailored training programme. Our mentoring and reverse mentoring schemes will enable you to share your expertise while gaining fresh insights. What makes RLB unique is our inclusive culture. As an independent, employee‑owned business, teamwork and collaboration lies at the heart of everything we do. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements and family‑friendly policies are just some of the ways we invest in employee wellbeing. Join us and you will thrive personally as well as professionally.

Role Overview: As a Project Security Manager, you will play a key role in providing an excellent security assurance service to our clients while identifying improvements to existing security programmes and processes. The role will manage all aspects of classified project delivery across the domains of Personnel, Physical and Information Security. You will be the focal point for all security assurance activity within your respective sector(s) providing targeted security direction and guidance as required. This role requires someone with HMG or MOD experience and knowledge and experience in ISO 27001, GDPR and NIST CSF.

Line Management: Line management of a small team of three: Security Vetting Coordinator, Information Controller and Compliance Digital Project Manager.

Interface: Regular Interface with internal stakeholders: Defence and other Sector Leads, IT Infrastructure and Security Manager, Quality Managers etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regular liaison with client security and project delivery teams in interpreting, implementing, and monitoring client security requirements as outlined in contractual security schedules or Security Aspects Letters (SALs).
• Leading the security and audit accreditation and certifications process for all external compliance requirements associated with required sectors.
• Leading the development and implementation of governance and processes associated with security assurance for required sectors.
• Planning and delivery of assurance activities as required by contractual obligations, including but not limited to; induction briefings, project‑specific security briefings, project onboarding, and security awareness training.
• Measuring and assessing the performance and effectiveness of security controls, identifying, and implementing solutions where corrective action and improvements are needed.
• Reviewing the competencies of RLB’s supply chain in all security assurance domains (Personnel, Physical & Information).
• Collaborating with business areas in the identification, management, and mitigation of risks to RLB and its clients.
• Leading the development and maturity of RLB’s Security Management System.
• Supporting investigations for all security incidents, including near misses, reported within your respective sector.
• Line management responsibilities for team of three.

Candidate Profile:

Qualifications: Hold SC clearance or the ability to achieve it. A minimum of 5 GCSE’s or equivalent including Maths and English is desirable.

Experience: Experience as a security manager or security controller. Knowledge of HMG/MOD security framework, policy and controls (CE+, DefStan, NIST). FSC, IPSA, ISO27001 knowledge is desirable. Knowledge of risk management methodologies and practical experience of applications. Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Behaviours: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence peers and seniors on matters concerning protective security. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and deliver to tight time scales. Possesses a professional and confident manner and maintains confidentiality at all times. A highly motivated and driven individual who adopts a flexible and adaptable approach.

Benefits:

• Hybrid Working - Working patterns to support your work‑life balance.
• Well‑Rewarded - A competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement, with the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days.
• Focus On Wellbeing - We offer a number of health and wellness options, including gym membership and cycle to work schemes.
• Healthcare Packages - Private healthcare insurance and medical support, including dental insurance and eyecare vouchers.
• Personal Development - A continuous learning and development programme, including established APC and in‑house mentoring schemes.
• Additional Benefits - We offer a wide range of benefits including a season ticket loan and professional membership subscriptions.
• Exceptional Exposure - You’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across different sectors and regions.
• Social Responsibility - We hold team and social events as well as charity fundraising and volunteering activities.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Promise: We believe in building a diverse and inclusive environment where each person can be themselves, feel valued for their contribution and be challenged and supported to reach their full potential. We have a responsibility to support the communities in which we live and work, and that our workforce should reflect these communities and our clients. Our talent strategy should enable us to overcome bias in the construction industry by recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.