Information Security Officer (ISO)

Cameron Clarke Associates

  • Manchester
  • £75,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
  • Apply easily
Information Security Officer (ISO) | Full Time, Remote | £55,000 - £75,000, depending on experienceReady to make a real difference in securing the UK's academic and public sectors?Our client is a not-for-profit, member-owned shared service organisation dedicated to providing top-tier cybersecurity solutions to education and public sector clients across the UK. Their mission is to enhance the security posture of their member institutions through a collaborative approach, leveraging their expertise in five key disciplines: Assessment, Governance, Strengthening, Preparing, and Assurance.They are seeking a motivated and proactive Information Security Officer (ISO) within a collaborative CISO Office team. The ISO will report directly to the Head of Cyber Security Services (Managing CISO) and will play a critical role in ensuring the security and compliance of their clients’ information systems nationwide.This position requires a self-starter with a growth mindset, a strong background in information security, risk management, and client engagement, and a desire to make an impact.Are you the right person for the job?
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
  • Strong background in information security and risk management, with a focus on client engagement (while 10 years is ideal, strong mid-level candidates are encouraged to apply)
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, C|CISO or equivalent
  • Strong understanding of information security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NCSC CAF, CIS 18, CE/CE+) and regulatory requirements
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
  • Proven experience in leading security assessments and developing security governance frameworks
  • Demonstrable expertise in cyber transformation and operationalisation to drive security excellence
  • Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects and customers independently and deliver results
  • Right to work in the UK and ability to obtain DBS clearance is required
What will your role look like?Engagement Leadership:
  • Lead and manage information security engagements with multiple academic and public sector clients
  • Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand their security needs and develop tailored solutions
Assessment:
  • Conduct comprehensive security assessments against national security standards to identify vulnerabilities and risks within client environments
  • Provide actionable recommendations to enhance security posture based on assessment findings
Governance:
  • Assist clients in developing and implementing information security governance frameworks aligned with industry standards and best practices
  • Support the establishment of security strategy, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
Strengthening:
  • Work with clients to develop agreed improvement plans and strengthen their security controls and practices, ensuring effective risk management
  • Facilitate training and awareness programs to promote a culture of security within client organisations
Preparing:
  • Develop incident response plans and business continuity strategies to prepare clients for potential security incidents
  • Conduct tabletop exercises and simulations to test and refine incident response capabilities
Assurance:
  • Provide ongoing assurance services to clients, including regular secu

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