IT Security Operations Manager

IT Security Operations Manager

Reporting to the Head of IT Security you will role lead a team of Security Support Analysts, Threat and Vulnerability Managers along with Security Engineers.  You will also have accountability for the strategic relationship of several Security 3rd party suppliers.

The security operations manager is responsible for protecting our organisation's information and information systems from both loss and compromise through the delivery and effective management of a security operations team. 

Job Accountabilities

• Manage, lead and develop a high-performing team of security analysts and a vulnerability manager
• Accountable for the delivery of a security operations capability and recommending operational security improvements to other IT teams.
• Ensure clear strategies are in place for embedding operational security controls, aligned to relevant security policies and technical standards
• Produce and disseminate management Information in relation to security incidents and the performance of technical Information Security controls
• Manage all Security Operations 3rd Parties in ensuring they deliver value for money.
• Lead the investigation and resolution of security incidents, root cause analysis and service improvements
• Monitor security threats and known vulnerabilities to ensure that appropriate operational security controls are working effectively to prevent, detect and respond to security events and alerts
• Develop and operate processes and procedures that counteract potential threats and vulnerabilities

Why Apply?

My client is a FTSE 100 company and pioneers in air-travel, e-commerce, digital technology and business operations, they employ over 10,000 people and they are still growing! They have an established and mature security term in place and are searching for an experienced manager to help protect their international business and ensure the future security of the company and their customers.

This role offers a fresh challenge to join one of the largest airlines in the UK, your career path will be supported with further progression and development.

Additionally, you will receive:

• Basic salary up to £80,000
• 7% Matched Pension
• Life Assurance
• BAYE/SAYE and performance share schemes
• Flexible benefits package
• Staff travel discounts

Key Skills Required

• Strong interpersonal and management skills are essential, as the jobholder must be able to lead a team and operate effectively at all levels within and outside of the organisation
• Direct experience of leading a security operations team
• Experience of using forensic investigative techniques
• Experience of using threat intelligence systems and services
• Experience of vulnerability management
• Experience of leading response and management of security incidents
• Demonstrable experience in the identification and implementation of information security technical controls
• Ability to present ideas in ‘non-technical’ business-friendly accessible language

Desirable

One or more of the following qualifications are highly desirable:

• Masters in Information Security (MSc)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• ITIL v3
• GIAC
• SANS

For further information or to have an informal discussion about this position please contact Thom Taylor on 01908 030131 or Thomas.taylor@identifiglobal.com