Cloud Security Manager
About the Role:
We are seeking a seasoned security expert to lead major security and infrastructure projects. This long-term engagement involves delivering high-impact security programmes for our key client.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage delivery of critical security initiatives, ensuring alignment with the client's strategy, timelines, and governance frameworks.
* Oversee the Security Hygiene Programme, including expanding Qualys coverage across retail tills, conducting Azure environment assessments, and driving remediation and compliance improvements.
* Translate recommendations from a recent Security Maturity Assessment into actionable projects and initiatives such as sub-domain ownership and governance, Data Loss Prevention (DLP) initiatives, and project planning.
* Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and third parties to ensure successful delivery.
* Work closely with the client to define deliverables, scope, and reporting cadence.
Required Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience managing end-to-end security and infrastructure projects.
* Strong understanding of enterprise security practices, frameworks, and tools.
* Hands-on experience in cloud security, especially Microsoft Azure, security hygiene, vulnerability management, and remediation tracking.
* Governance and compliance in enterprise environments.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and business teams.
* Experience managing external partners or vendors.
Preferred Qualifications:
* PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification.
* Background in enterprise environments, preferably in retail, manufacturing, or financial services.
* Experience working with hybrid or remote teams.