Average Information Security salary in the UK

Security Consultant, Information Security Onshore (UK) 3 days on site in Ipswich Our client, a blue-chip organisation with offices in Ipswich, is looking to recruit the services of an Information Security Consultant on a permanent basis. The role will be to provide security expertise and dedicated support and security related technical expertise to enable the business to deliver safe and secure services. The role will involve working with key business partners and project managers to understand and guide them through the security due diligence process. The Security Consultant will work under the responsibility and report into the Senior Program Manager. The responsibilities of the role will include the following: Key Responsibilities: Guide business partners and project managers through security due diligence, risk assessments, and compliance processes.Collaborate with stakeholders (architects, IT, data privacy, penetration testers) to ensure security best practices.Advise on security policies, governance, and risk management strategies.Raise security awareness and support remediation efforts.Review project security requirements, risk and mitigation plans. Requirements: Strong experience in Agile (SAFe) & DevSecOps environments.Proficiency in risk assessment, governance frameworks (ISO 27005, EBIOS), and technical security reviews.Excellent analytical, reporting, and stakeholder communication skills.Expertise in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification.Experience in multinational companies preferred. For more information on this opportunity please apply with your CV in the first instance.

Security & Compliance Lead Chesterfield £50,000 to £60,000+ Excellent Benefits Your new company Hays Technology are recruiting for an Information Security & Compliance Lead to join a large public sector organisation based in the Chesterfield area. You will be reporting to the Head of Digital, Data & Technology. This is a new role to establish and make your own. Your new role In your new role, you will be responsible for ensuring the security and protection of the organisation's information systems, networks, and data, whilst playing a critical role in developing and implementing information security strategies, policies, and procedures to safeguard the organisation's digital assets and mitigating potential risks. You will oversee information security, compliance, and risk management practices based on industry-accepted information security and risk management frameworks, whilst establishing and maintaining an incident response plan, including incident detection, response, investigation, and resolution, to minimise the impact of security incidents. What you'll need to succeed Demonstrable experience of implementing and maintaining information security frameworks e.g. ISO27001 within a medium/large sized public sector organisationLeadership and team management capability, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team as things progressComprehensive knowledge of Information Security Management Systems with the ability to scope, design, and implement such systemsStrong ICT infrastructure, application, and cloud/SaaS technical skills would be advantageousEvidenced knowledge and understanding of ISO270001, ITIL, and Prince 2 management practicesAbility to lead the workforce, increasing their skills and knowledge in relation to information security What you'll get in return This exciting position is paying between £50,000 and £60,000 and offers an excellent work life balance including: generous annual leave, hybrid working, a public sector employer contribution pension scheme, flexibility, training, and development opportunities.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

A renowned Defense / Aerospace Manufacturing organisation located in Uxbridge (West London) requires a Information Security Manager within the Compliance team to help protect our people, assets and information while ensuring ongoing regulatory and policy adherence. Key Responsibilities - Information Security Manager Ensuring compliance with relevant security regulations, standards and best practices across physical, information and cybersecurity domains.As Security Compliance Manager, you’ll be involved with developing and overseeing security compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, managing audits, and implementing policies aligned with company and defence industry regulations.Writing security policies and security documentation.Collaborate and engage with internal teams such as IT, Legal, Compliance, Operations and further specialist functions to identify and mitigate security risks, ensure third-party compliance and support incident response efforts. Skills & Experience - Information Security Manager Proven experience of cybersecurity / security compliance, risk management and compliance framework knowledge such as ISO27001.Knowledge and experience of NIST SP800-171, DEF STAN05-138, Cyber Essentials and security related DFARs would be advantageous.Policy writing and procedural documentation experience required.Highly desirable qualifications / professional membership - CISA, CISSP, CISM or CIPPExcellent communication skills, strong levels of judgement and pragmatism, with the ability to present complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.Comfortable working with all levels of the business. This is an exceptional Information Security Manager opportunity with a market-leading defense aerospace manufacturer in Uxbridge, West London. The role offers a high level of responsibility and unrivalled opportunities for career progression and development. For further information and to register your interest, apply with your CV details for immediate review.