About the job

The Cyber Security Manager will lead the operational security function, ensuring the protection of the university’s IT systems and data. Reporting to the Deputy Director of IT Services, this role will be responsible for managing daily security operations, incident response, risk assessments, and compliance with industry standards such as ISO27001, PCI-DSS, Cyber Essentials, and GDPR. Key Responsibilities: Operational Security Management – Oversee daily security operations, manage vulnerability scanning, and implement security controls. Incident Management – Lead investigations, response, and mitigation of security incidents. Risk Assessment & Compliance – Conduct security risk assessments, ensure regulatory compliance, and advise on risk mitigation. Policy & Stakeholder Engagement – Develop and enforce security policies, provide training, and collaborate with key university stakeholders. Continuous Improvement – Enhance security processes, adopt new technologies, and strengthen the university’s security posture. Team Leadership – Manage and mentor the cyber security team, supporting recruitment, development, and performance management. This post is crucial in embedding a strong security culture across the organisation, ensuring resilience against evolving cyber threats while supporting the university’s digital strategy. We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy. This post is subject to a background disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service before any appointment can be confirmed.