Senior Cyber Security Manager

Summary

Join Version 1 as a Cyber Security Manager to lead and evolve our global information security strategy. This leadership role requires strategic oversight and hands-on expertise to protect digital assets while enabling innovation. You will act as the primary security advisor to executive leadership and the Board, driving cross-functional collaboration. The position involves defining and implementing a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy, overseeing security operations, and managing AI & emerging technology risks. You will also build and lead a high-performing global security team, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability. Collaboration with Risk & Compliance, Legal, and the DPO is crucial to ensure adherence to global regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Proven track record in cyber and information security leadership roles across complex, multi-regional environments
• Deep expertise in incident response, threat intelligence, and operational security best practices
• Experience in security oversight of AI initiatives and tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, generative AI)
• Strong working knowledge of MSSP governance and third-party risk management
• Familiarity with Microsoft security ecosystem (e.g., Microsoft Defender XDR, Sentinel, Purview, Azure Security Center)
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and present to executive and board-level stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to lead diverse, cross-functional teams across global time zones

Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and continuously improve a comprehensive, risk-based cybersecurity strategy aligned to business objectives
• Develop and enforce enterprise-wide security policies, standards, and frameworks (aligned with ISO, NIST, DORA, and other relevant standards)
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Board and executive team, providing regular reports on posture, metrics, and risk exposure
• Oversee security operations including incident response, vulnerability management, threat intelligence, and SOC functions
• Lead purple team and red/blue team exercises to continuously assess and strengthen the organisation’s cyber resilience
• Partner with MSSPs and third-party vendors to ensure effective service delivery, incident response readiness, and threat monitoring
• Develop and enforce AI security governance frameworks covering the safe adoption, usage, and monitoring of AI tools and LLMs
• Collaborate with engineering and data science teams to secure AI development pipelines, training data, and model integrity
• Stay ahead of threats related to AI misuse (e.g., deepfakes, synthetic media) and help build employee awareness and response capability
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global security team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and excellence
• Drive security awareness initiatives across the organisation, tailored to diverse roles and geographies
• Champion secure-by-design principles and influence secure software development practices across teams
• Work closely with Risk & Compliance, Legal, the DPO, and Audit functions to ensure adherence to global regulatory requirements including GDPR, DORA, NIS2, and more
• Assist Governance teams in gathering and providing evidence for internal and external audits, client questionnaires and board level reporting
• Define and track key security KPIs, KRIs, and performance metrics to inform risk management and continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with security frameworks desirable, such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, Cyber Essentials
• Familiarity with UK public sector security requirements
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, GIAC, or equivalent
• Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is advantageous but not required

Benefits

• Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits
• Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme
• Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance
• Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme
• Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more
• Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies
• Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat
• Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & ‘Call-Out’ platform
• Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes