IT Risk Management Director

1 month ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Digital Waffle Full time

Job Title: IT Risk Management Director

We are looking for a highly skilled IT Risk Management Director to join our team. This role involves developing and implementing a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to protect our IT environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to protect our IT environment.
  2. Establish, enforce, and regularly update security policies, protocols, and standards.
  3. Manage real-time threat detection, incident response, and conduct vulnerability assessments to safeguard our infrastructure.
  4. Oversee the deployment of security solutions, working closely with internal teams to strengthen our defences.
  5. Collaborate with external security partners to ensure high-quality support and proactive risk management.
  6. Regularly report on security metrics and provide insights to senior management.
  7. Conduct thorough risk assessments and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

About the Role:

This role requires a strong technical background in cybersecurity as well as a strategic approach. You will be responsible for protecting our digital assets from evolving threats.

What We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in cybersecurity management, ideally within a medium-to-large organisation. Key qualifications include:

  • Professional certification such as CISSP, CISM, or similar.
  • Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO 27001, GDPR, and NIST frameworks.
  • Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills, with an ability to explain technical matters to non-technical stakeholders.

Salary: Up to £75,000 + Bonus



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