Cyber Security Manager

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90Job Description:Job Introduction
We are delighted to be searching for a Cyber Security Manager to join our expanding team. This is a new role to bolster our cyber security capabilities.
This is a hands-on role leading a small cyber security team to ensure the protection of our systems and information assets from cyber threats. As part of the Technology, Insight, and Change Directorate, you will collaborate with peers and the broader business to deliver an exceptional experience for colleagues and customers – really driving our Customer-Obsessed ethos!
We believe work is something you do, not somewhere you go so if you want to work for a company who are truly flexible and where you are valued then this could be the role for you.
About Yorkshire Housing
Here at Yorkshire Housing our customers are at the heart of what we do – we are not just your typical housing provider! In a nutshell We own and manage nearly 20,000 homes (and counting) across Yorkshire and our mission is to make it possible for current and future tenants to have a place they’re proud to call home. We’re all about the customer and our service doesn’t stop once the keys are in the door.
What will you be doing?
You will develop and implement security architecture and technology solutions to meet cybersecurity and compliance needs. You will ensure new projects incorporate security and update infrastructure as necessary. This individual will review and enhance existing cybersecurity architecture, identifying gaps based on business strategy and threat landscape. You’ll identify security risks in business processes and recommend controls and be a great lead for a team of cybersecurity engineers managing operational security controls.
You’ll understand how to identify design gaps in architectures, recommending enhancements, and liaising with stakeholders for support and recommendations. We’ll need you to document security design decisions, ensure compliance with standards, and provide technical support for IT projects.
This role also involves acting as deputy Cyber Security Incident Response Lead, managing incident responses and maintaining technical playbooks. You’ll contribute to disaster recovery plans and security training, conduct risk assessments, and manage threat intelligence.
You’ll also have a knack for communicating technical issues clearly to non-technical audiences.
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Who are we looking for?
The answer is simple – if you are hardworking, driven and ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you.
The rest would also be great too –
Working knowledge of security architecture methodologies such as SABSA
Relevant Information Security certification (e.g. CISM, CISSP, GIAC, CEH, CCSP) or willing to work towards
Practical experience of working in a cyber security role including the development and management of security controls including securing cloud services for a minimum of 5 years
Experience of security monitoring including use of a Security Operations Centre (SOC) and/or Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools
Extensive knowledge of technical security controls including firewalls and intrusion prevention systems (IPS), endpoint security, web filtering, email filtering and network security logging and monitoring
Experience of supporting secure infrastructure change through to business-as-usual operation, maintenance and support
Ability to provide security expertise, guidance and assurance to a complex change portfolio
Able to provide oversight of testing plans, recording of results and remediation recommendations
Experience of administering and supporting security technologies
A degree in a technical or cyber security-related subject would be a real bonus
What’s in it for you…
We offer an excellent salary of £70,000 for a 35 hour week, 25 days annual leave (rising annually to 30 days) plus public holidays.
That’s not all – we offer a reward package to suit everyone. At Yorkshire Housing, you can claim back for prescriptions, eye tests and more with our cash plan, make the most of a variety of retail discounts and take advantage of our pension scheme where we’ll match your contributions up to 9%, just to name a few.
We also promote a flexible approach to work with our hub, home, roam approach and have a real focus on your development with a number of internal and external training opportunities!
One of our biggest priorities is the wellbeing of our staff and you can make the most of our readily available wellbeing support package. This includes access to a library of free fitness classes, as well as an instant My GP service and free counselling sessions with a trained professional.
So, now you’re really interested?
At Yorkshire Housing, we’re actively building a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse. We believe difference is what makes us stronger and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities we serve, so we welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds for this role.
We know that not all candidates will meet every single desired requirement …if your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you, please go ahead and apply!
If you require additional support with your application, or have any further questions, please email our lovely recruitment team at
The fine print
The closing date for applications will be 12 July, with first stage interviews taking place w/c 22 July. We would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible as we may close the role early if a competitive candidate pool is identified.
If you’re applying for this role internally, remember to let your line manager know (it’s the right thing to do!).Location: Leeds