IT Security Manager

This is a hybrid role with the base location being our office in Derbyshire.  Applicants must be within an acceptable commutable distance of this location and be able to travel to alternative locations. At Breedon Group, we’re embarking on a group-wide digital transformation that’s reshaping the way we operate and protect our digital landscape. With over 320 locations across the UK and Ireland and with our recent expansion into the US, we’re advancing our security technologies and processes to support our growth.

As an IT Security Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in safeguarding our data and information by developing and implementing our Company wide IT security strategy, with a focus on protecting Breedon’s digital assets from threats and vulnerabilities, in line with regulatory and industry best practice. 

This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking team, offering a long-term career track in a company that values progress, security, and innovation. If you're ready to make a difference in our security journey, we’d love to have you on board.

Reporting to the Head of Service Operations the successful candidate will lead a small team of Security Analysts and work closely with IT, compliance and business stake holders.

Your Impact:

• Shape Our Security Strategy: You will develop and implement IT security policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and keeping us ahead of emerging threats.
• Manage Risk: Conduct regular risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and implement mitigation strategies that protect our infrastructure and digital assets.
• Oversee Security Operations: Lead daily security operations, including monitoring and incident response, ensuring our defences stay robust.
• Ensure Compliance: Work with our risk and compliance team to ensure compliance with regulations such as GDPR, overseeing security audits and certifications like ISO 27001.
• Promote Security Awareness: Foster a security-conscious culture through employee training, keeping the whole organisation alert to security risks.
• Incident Response: Manage and lead the resolution of security incidents, containing threats and ensuring our recovery is swift and effective.

• Experience working with leading security tools and platforms.
• Proven experience in an IT security role, with a strong background in managing information security operations.
• Expertise in risk management, security technologies, and familiarity in regulatory compliance and GDPR.
• Strong communication skills, translating technical security concepts into clear, actionable steps for the business.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ are essential.

What Sets You Apart:

• Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure).
• Hands-on experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems.
• Ability to guide and advise in incident response situations.
• Inspires and guides people with clarity and confidence, making smart decisions that bring everyone together toward shared goals.

Why Breedon?

Joining Breedon means being part of a team at the forefront of both the construction materials industry and digital transformation. We offer more than just a job; we offer career growth in a business where your security expertise can truly make a difference. With opportunities to shape policy and strengthen our digital defences, this role offers long-term professional development.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 
• Contributory Pension Scheme 
• Free on-site Parking 
• Holiday Buy Scheme 
• Volunteer Scheme 
• Share Save Scheme 
• Life Assurance 
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme 
• Health & Wellbeing Initiatives 
• Discount Scheme