Dains Accountants & Advisers

About the Company

Success in business is different for everyone and we understand that. Our team is focused on your future and we take time to find out what you want to achieve.

Experience tells us that whilst the past is important, and we should make reference to it, the greatest challenges and opportunities for most clients are in the future.

Our technically able and energetic team work best with people and business that have a hunger for success. As an owner-managed, independent business ourselves we share this desire and enjoy sharing in our clients long term success.

We've got a team of specialists with a strong background of working with individuals, owner-managed businesses, not for profit entities and multi-national's and they are all based in the Midlands. We have a strong sense of culture that resonates with our clients and staff and we are passionate about serving our local community.

We are interested in our clients and enjoy the challenge of helping our clients become more successful. We want to make a difference and that's why some of the region's best businesses choose us.

Life's too short to live in the past; we're ready for your future.

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Company Name

Dains Accountants & Advisers

Job Title

Cyber Security Manager

Job Description

**Job Title:** Cyber Security Manager **Role Summary:** Lead cybersecurity strategy development, oversee SOC operations, and drive security initiatives to protect organizational infrastructure and data. **Expectations:** Demonstrate strategic leadership in risk management, compliance, and security awareness while fostering collaboration across departments to implement and maintain robust security frameworks. **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop and implement cybersecurity policies aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001). - Chair the Cyber Security Board to coordinate strategic initiatives, risk oversight, and cross-functional alignment. - Manage outsourcing partnerships with the SOC for threat monitoring, incident response, and platform optimization. - Own and enhance security platforms including Microsoft Sentinel, KnowBe4, and Egress. - Conduct risk assessments, incident response planning, and post-incident reviews to mitigate vulnerabilities. - Promote cybersecurity awareness through training and embed secure practices in business processes. - Ensure audit readiness and compliance with standards (e.g., PCI-DSS, GDPR). - Oversee third-party vendor security assessments and alignment with organizational protocols. - Design security dashboards and reports for senior leadership visibility. - Collaborate with IT leadership to strengthen infrastructure and response capabilities. **Required Skills:** - Expertise in cybersecurity engineering, threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management. - Proficiency in SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar, Microsoft Sentinel) and security orchestration tools. - Strong project management and cross-functional stakeholder engagement skills. - Ability to assess risks, prioritize actions, and make decisions under pressure. - Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, NIS2, PCI-DSS). **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. - 5+ years in cybersecurity, with leadership experience in security strategy and operations. - Relevant certifications: CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, or equivalents.

Birmingham, United kingdom

Hybrid

Mid level

16-03-2026