Information Security Manager

We are looking for an Information Security Manager to support our information security programme and help us build a more consistent, well-governed approach to information security across the institution. This role sits within the Cyber Security team and reports to the Director of Technology Services.

• Develop and maintain information security policies, processes and procedures; support the response to security incidents; and contribute to the work of bringing our two merged estates into a coherent, ISO 27001-aligned framework.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and work alongside academic and research teams, including Trusted Research Environments, to support compliance with data protection and security requirements for specific projects and bids.

• Hold a relevant professional certification such as CISSP, CISM or equivalent and have solid, practical experience of information security management.
• Have a strong working knowledge of GDPR, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials and NIST, and direct experience of responding to information security incidents.
• Experience of working in higher education is desirable, as is familiarity with NHS DSPT requirements.
• Be comfortable communicating security matters to a range of audiences, from technical colleagues to senior stakeholders and research teams.

Further information is available in the job description.

15th May 2026 at 11:59pm

City St George's offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.

City St George's, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.

We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio economic background. City St George's operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.