Full job descriptionStandard 8 is supporting a space agency looking to appoint an IT Security Manager to lead its internal security capability. You’ll manage a small team, shape security strategy and remain hands-on where it matters, helping protect a complex technology estate spanning infrastructure, cloud platforms and business-critical systems.
You’ll take ownership of security across the organisation, working closely with technical teams and senior stakeholders to improve security posture, manage risk and drive continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities include:
*Leading and developing a small cyber security team
*Delivering the organisation’s security roadmap and controls framework
*Acting as the senior escalation point for security-related issues
*Overseeing security operations, incident response and vulnerability management
*Supporting secure Azure and AWS environments
*Managing and optimising security tooling including SIEM, EDR and related platforms
*Reviewing projects, infrastructure changes and technical designs from a security perspective
*Driving secure-by-design principles across technology initiatives
*Managing third-party security providers and key supplier relationships
*Leading risk assessments, audit activities and compliance initiatives
*Maintaining incident response and business continuity capabilities
*Delivering security awareness and guidance across the wider business


Skill required
*Security operations and cyber defence
*Azure and AWS security
*Enterprise infrastructure and networking
*Identity and access management
*Threat detection and incident response
*Vulnerability management
*Security governance, risk and compliance
*Secure development and DevSecOps practices
Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security would be advantageous.
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CRISC, CEH, AZ-500 or AWS Security Speciality are beneficial, but practical experience and technical credibility are what matter most.