IT Security Manager – London Hybrid (6‑month contract)

About the role

We are looking for a senior IT Security Manager to join a global CISO function in London on a hybrid basis. The role leads a self‑sufficient team covering incident response, engineering and architecture, and acts as the deputy to the EMEA CISO.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage cyber teams across incident response, engineering, and architecture.
• Act as deputy to the CISO, supporting risk, governance and leadership forums.
• Oversee incident response activities and provide executive‑level updates.
• Ensure security controls and architecture align with CISO strategy and risk appetite.
• Manage senior stakeholders (CIO, COO, CFO) and translate risk into business terms.

Required profile

• Proven IT/Cyber Security leadership experience.
• Strong people‑management and stakeholder‑engagement capabilities.
• Experience influencing senior executives and translating technical risk into business language.
• Ability to operate in a high‑visibility role with direct exposure to CISO leadership.

Required skills

What we offer

• High visibility with direct exposure to CISO leadership.
• Opportunity to shape regional cyber operations and strategy.
• Strong likelihood of contract extension beyond the initial six months.