Dains Group is undergoing an exciting period of growth, with recent acquisitions creating a fast-paced and dynamic environment across the organisation. We’re seeking a strategic and collaborative Cyber Security Manager to lead our cyber security strategy and drive continuous improvement.
In this key role, you’ll manage the relationship with our outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC) to enhance the organisation’s Microsoft infrastructure, chair the Cyber Security Board, oversee key security platforms, and work closely with the Group IT Director to develop robust security policies and procedures.
Your leadership will be vital in strengthening security awareness, safeguarding communications, and reducing risk throughout the business.
Your Role as Cyber Security Manager:
- Cyber Security Strategy & Policy Development: Lead the creation and implementation of cyber security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements.
- Cyber Security Board Leadership: Chair and coordinate the Cyber Security Board, driving strategic discussions, risk oversight, and cross-functional alignment on cyber initiatives.
- SOC Collaboration: Work closely with the outsourced SOC to ensure effective threat monitoring, incident response, and continuous improvement of security operations.
- Microsoft Sentinel Engagement: Collaborate with internal teams and the SOC to ensure Microsoft Sentinel is effectively configured and utilised for threat detection and reporting.
- Platform Ownership – KnowBe4 & Egress: Take full ownership of the KnowBe4 security awareness platform and Egress secure communications tools. Drive adoption, manage configuration, monitor effectiveness, and report on performance.
- Cross-Business Engagement: Partner with teams across the organisation to promote cyber security awareness, support secure project delivery, and ensure security is embedded in business processes.
- Risk & Threat Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate cyber risks. Conduct regular risk assessments and ensure appropriate controls are in place.
- Incident Response & Recovery: Coordinate incident response efforts with the SOC and internal stakeholders. Lead post-incident reviews and implement lessons learned.
- Security Monitoring & Reporting: Oversee the development of dashboards and reports to provide visibility into security events, trends, and KPIs for senior stakeholders and the Cyber Security Board.
- Compliance & Governance: Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001, NIS2). Maintain audit readiness and support external assessments.
- Awareness & Training: Develop and deliver cyber security awareness initiatives using KnowBe4 to educate employees and reduce human-related risks.
- Third-Party Security Oversight: Evaluate and monitor the security posture of vendors and partners, ensuring alignment with organisational standards.
Your Education, Skills and Experience:
- Education: You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or another IT-related field, providing a strong foundation for the technical demands of the role.
- Certifications: You possess relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, or equivalent, demonstrating your commitment to professional excellence in cybersecurity.
- Experience: You have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in cybersecurity, with a proven track record in managing and implementing secure systems and processes.
- Technical Skills: You bring deep expertise in cybersecurity engineering, including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management. You are proficient in using SIEM platforms such as Splunk, QRadar, and Sentinel, as well as security orchestration tools.
- Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: You exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and are capable of making effective decisions under pressure in high-stakes environments.
- Regulatory Knowledge: You are familiar with key regulatory frameworks relevant to cybersecurity, including PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and SOX, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
- Stakeholder Engagement: You are confident and approachable, able to build strong and effective relationships with external customers, stakeholders, and internal teams across the business.
- Professional Attributes: You are resilient, adaptable, and motivated, with strong influencing skills and a structured, organised approach to work.
Join us to advance your expertise in a dynamic environment where growth and learning are prioritised and your ability to lead and collaborate is valued and nurtured.
How We Develop & Reward You:
At Dains, we are committed to helping our people build rewarding careers in an environment where they can learn, develop and succeed. From day one, you’ll be supported to grow your skills, broaden your experience and build a career that reflects your ambitions.
You’ll have access to ongoing continuous professional development opportunities designed to strengthen your expertise, expand your experience and support your long-term career goals. We invest in our people through development that reflects individual strengths, role requirements and future aspirations, helping you reach your full potential.
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, reward your contribution and help you thrive at every stage of your career. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Flexible working arrangements, with hybrid/smart working options
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service up to 30 days, with the flexibility to buy or sell additional days
- Financial security through life assurance and a competitive pension scheme, with access to private medical insurance through both company-funded and self-funded options
- Greener travel options through our electric car scheme and our cycle to work programme
- A vibrant social culture, with team socials, celebrations and firm-wide events that help build strong connections across the business
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay to help you and your family through life’s important moments
We want our people to feel supported, valued and able to do their best work. Our benefits reflect the different needs of our teams, offering a broad range of support, flexibility and wellbeing provisions that help our people thrive – both professionally and personally.
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