Are you ready to lead the evolution of cyber defence at one of the UK's leading Universities? Your leadership will be instrumental as Man Met embarks on a major security and risk transformation programme-building a resilient, agile, and forward-looking security capability that supports innovation across the University. Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking an experienced … and motivated Head of Security Architecture and Compliance to lead and develop a new function. In this pivotal role, you'll guide a talented team to design and implement the protections required to counter threats across a diverse and complex digital estate. You'll shape the direction of our security framework, ensuring that guidance, policy and reference … also take ownership of our security assurance testing programme, working with internal and external partners to validate the security of our most critical systems and processes. You will lead on internal and supply chain compliance ensuring that university-wide processes, teams, and systems operate within defined security policies, standards, and procedures to meet internal requirements and partner More ❯
approval, candidates may be permitted to start the role prior to clearance being fully completed. Role Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Information Assurance Consultant to lead the development and implementation of security management processes for a new, high-profile service. This role will be instrumental in establishing and integrating a comprehensive Information Security Management … working on a critical and impactful programme. As the role involves working with sensitive information, eligibility for SC clearance or holding active SC clearance is essential. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and implementation of security management processes for a new service offering. Develop and maintain a unified ISMS aligned with ISO/IEC27001, NIST, PRISMA, and CoBIT frameworks. Conduct gap analyses and risk assessments to ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders across technical and business teams to embed security best practices throughout the service lifecycle. Provide expert guidance on information assurance, governance, and risk management strategies. Support audit and certification activities, ensuring More ❯
ability to implement solutions yourself Knowledge & experience working with ISO27001 and other relevant frameworks Organising and communicating, hit the ground running independent Desired Relevant certifications e.g. CISM, ISO27001 LeadAuditor/ Implementer Benefits Join a company thriving in the media industry Have the freedom to shape your position as you see fit Work with More ❯
