Information Security Manager

About the Company

About the Position

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Security Leadership

  • Develop and maintain a robust information security strategy aligned with institutional goals and risk tolerance.

  • Own and manage the enterprise information security risk register, including the implementation of mitigation strategies.

• Security Architecture & Governance

  • Oversee the design and implementation of technical security controls and architecture across all systems and infrastructure.

  • Embed security best practices into system development lifecycles and day-to-day operations.

• Risk Management & Incident Response

  • Lead the development and execution of the incident response plan and conduct regular tabletop exercises.

  • Coordinate vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and remediation efforts.

• Policy & Compliance Oversight

  • Create and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures in line with regulatory and industry requirements (e.g., GDPR, NIS2).

  • Monitor and ensure adherence to security governance and compliance obligations.

• Team Leadership & Development

  • Manage, mentor, and support a high-performing cybersecurity team.

  • Foster a culture of security awareness, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

• Stakeholder Engagement

  • Provide expert guidance and reports to executive leadership and internal stakeholders on cybersecurity risks and mitigation strategies.

  • Participate in cross-functional and sector-wide committees and projects as required.

• Technology Management

  • Evaluate, implement, and manage security tools and technologies, ensuring they are fit-for-purpose and effectively deployed.

  • Oversee relationships with external vendors, including contract negotiation and service performance monitoring.

• Training & Awareness

  • Lead the development and rollout of security awareness initiatives and training programs for staff and students.

  • Promote cybersecurity best practices across all levels of the organization.

• Emerging Technologies & Threat Landscape

  • Stay current on the latest cybersecurity threats, tools, and trends, including cloud security and AI integration.

  • Adapt the security strategy in response to new technologies and regulatory changes.

Experience/Requirements

Essential:

• A degree (NFQ Level 7 or equivalent) in IT, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 5 years’ leadership experience in IT or cybersecurity, preferably in complex organizational environments.

• Strong working knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST), regulations (e.g., GDPR, NIS2), and security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, IAM).

• Demonstrated experience in incident response, risk assessment, and managing large-scale security programs.

• Proven ability to lead, develop, and manage technical teams.

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualification (e.g., Master’s degree).

• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent.

• Experience working in the education or public sector.

Remuneration Package

Contact

Please contact Conor McGurry on 01 5927853 or email or simply click the apply button.