Manager - Cyber Assurance (Public Sector, CNI)

Michael Page • Permanent • Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom • £60k - £70k / year • 15h ago

In this Cyber Assurance Manager role, you will lead the delivery of cyber assurance engagements, manage client relationships, and provide strategic advice on cyber risk and regulatory compliance. You will work with established frameworks such as the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), supporting organisations in strengthening their cyber maturity across complex and highly regulated environments.

Client Details

Our client is a global professional services organisation with a leading cybersecurity capability. They support clients across public sector, defence, and critical infrastructure industries, helping them navigate complex cyber and regulatory challenges. The organisation is recognised for its strong leadership culture, investment in innovation, and commitment to developing its people.

Description

Lead and deliver cyber assurance engagements aligned to frameworks such as NCSC CAF
Manage end-to-end project delivery, including planning, resourcing, and quality assurance
Build and maintain strong client relationships, including engagement with senior stakeholders
Provide strategic advice on cyber risk, resilience, and regulatory compliance
Oversee security assessments, maturity reviews, and gap analyses
Review and sign off reports, ensuring high-quality, actionable outputs
Support business development, including leading proposals and identifying new opportunities
Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a high-performance team culture
Stay informed on emerging threats, regulatory changes, and industry best practices

Profile

Proven experience in cyber assurance, cyber risk, or security consulting at Manager level (or equivalent)
Strong working knowledge of the NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF)
Experience delivering projects within public sector, critical infrastructure, or defence environments
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and lead delivery teams
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders

Desirable:

Experience with IEC 62443 or other OT / ICS security frameworks
Exposure to operational technology (OT) environments
Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, ISO Lead Auditor)

Job Offer

Hybrid role, 1 - 2 days in Manchester office per week
Opportunity to work in a large organisation with a strong reputation in technology and innovation.
Strong career progression opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package

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