Information Technology Security Manager

A global, multi-brand FMCG organisation is seeking an experienced IT Security Manager to play a key role in protecting its international technology environment from evolving cyber threats.

This is a senior, hands-on position where you will design, implement, and operate enterprise-level security solutions while acting as a subject matter expert across security, privacy, and emerging technologies, including AI.

Operating as an individual contributor, you will take ownership of regional security outcomes and lead the work of third-party security providers, while influencing stakeholders across IT, infrastructure, and senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Security Operations & Threat Management

• Deploy and manage enterprise security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, MDR/XDR, CSPM, email and network security)
• Monitor and investigate security alerts, optimising detection capabilities
• Lead incident response activities including containment, recovery, and root cause analysis

Incident Response & Forensics

• Conduct forensic investigations across endpoints, networks, and systems
• Analyse and document cybersecurity incidents and breaches
• Support evidence handling and stakeholder communications

Security Architecture & Risk

• Contribute to security design and architecture for new systems
• Support vulnerability management, penetration testing, and audits
• Partner with IT teams to remediate risks and strengthen controls

Governance, Compliance & Third-Party Risk

• Support compliance with key frameworks and regulations (e.g. GDPR, SOX)
• Assist with third-party risk management and vendor assessments
• Develop and maintain security policies and standards

Training & Resilience

• Support security awareness programmes and phishing simulations
• Contribute to business continuity and disaster recovery planning

About You

You are a technically strong and commercially aware cybersecurity professional who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment.

Experience:

• Proven experience in information security (typically 4–6+ years depending on qualifications)
• Background in hands-on security operations and incident response

Technical Expertise:

• SIEM, monitoring, and alert investigation
• Incident response and breach management
• Vulnerability management tools (e.g. Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7)
• Security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT)
• Identity and access security (M365, SSO, MFA)
• Networking, infrastructure, and operating systems (Windows/Linux)
• Data protection and privacy regulations

Certifications (desirable):

• CISSP, CCSP, SSCP or similar
• GIAC, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ / CASP+

Key Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Clear communication across technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to perform under pressure and manage incidents effectively
• Proactive approach to emerging threats and technologies

Working Environment

• Global, multi-country technology landscape
• On-call responsibilities (including occasional out-of-hours support)
• Some international travel may be required

How Your Time Will Be Spent

• 70% – Security operations, incident response, technical delivery
• 20% – Cross-functional collaboration
• 10% – Planning, reporting, and continuous improvement

Next Steps

If you’re looking to take on a high-impact cybersecurity role within a complex, international environment, we’d be keen to hear from you.