Security Assurance Manager- Cyber Security – Permanent-Reading

Reading, Berkshire
Project People

Security Assurance Manager- Cyber Security Manager- Permanent -Hybrid

We have a great opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative cyber security function. If you are ready to take your experience and career in security management to the next level, If you are a skilled and experienced Cyber Security Pro ready to lead and manage a cyber-security assurance function in the telecoms sector. Read on and apply today.

Location : Reading Green Park – Hybrid 2 days per week

Need Expereince:

• Experience with industry security standards and regulations (ISO 27000 series, NIST SP 800 series, GDPR, etc.).
• Knowledge of security and risk management techniques, emerging threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Strong leadership and facilitation skills with the ability to build relationships.
• Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of driving change.
• Knowledge of computer networking concepts, protocols, and network security methodologies.
• Familiarity with penetration testing principles, tools, and techniques.
• Familiarity with vulnerability tooling such as Qualys, Nessus, or Skybox is advantageous.
• Understanding of OWASP, static and dynamic analysis, and vulnerability management.
• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSLP, OCSP, GIAC, GPEN, etc.).
• University Degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.

Key Responsibilities:

Penetration Testing:

• Manage pen test programs, assess findings, and coordinate remediation activities.
• Validate potential vulnerabilities reported internally or externally.

Guidance and Collaboration:

• Provide guidance on application security and DevSecOps best practices.
• Collaborate on security content development and Red/Purple Team exercises with the Security Operations CERT/SOC.

Reporting and Escalation:

• Liaise with SAAC and business teams to track product vulnerabilities during the project phase.

Stakeholder Management:

• Manage internal stakeholders and suppliers, organising regular and ad-hoc vulnerability management meetings.

Risk Reduction:

• Liaise with leadership, business, finance, SAAC, and GRC to progress issues.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Support security champions, scoping penetration tests, and managing the penetration testing program.
• Collaborate with Software Engineers and SREs to ensure product security throughout the development lifecycle.
• Conduct product security training and workshops.

  Salary

  70,000 – 75,000

  Car Allowance 6,000 Flex allowance 3.5%

  Report to : (Head of Information Security Operations)

  Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary A car allowance, a performance based annual bonus Hybrid working between your home (2-3 days a week) and fantastic workspace for collaboration 28 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 3 personal days annually, which increases with length of service. Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance and Income Protection Free on-site car parking

Are you interested in conducting research, developing technical products, and comfortable delivering presentations? Do you have a passion for assurance? Take the next step and apply today!

Please apply via this ad in the first instance or send a CV with covering note or contact me on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

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