Define and deliver the EMEA cyber security strategy in alignment with global objectives.
Lead and develop a regional security team, setting priorities and supporting capability growth.
Oversee security operations, including threat detection and response, vulnerability management, identity and access, and cloud security across AWS, Azure and GCP.
Lead incident response within the region, managing coordination, communication and post-incident review.
Support the integration of acquired businesses, assessing risk and standardising controls across diverse environments.
Ensure compliance with relevant frameworks including GDPR, NIS2 and ISO 27001, maintaining audit readiness.
Partner with business units and product teams to embed security into development and operational practices.
Manage relationships with security vendors and service providers, including budget oversight.
Report on risk posture and programme performance to regional and global leadership.
Contribute to global security initiatives and collaborate across regions.

Experience in cyber security, including time spent in a leadership or team management role.
Background in securing SaaS or cloud-based environments, ideally within high-growth or acquisition-focused organisations.
Knowledge of relevant compliance frameworks such as GDPR, NIS2 and ISO 27001.
Practical understanding of cloud security, SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management and identity platforms.
Experience leading security incidents and coordinating cross-functional response.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Awareness of regulatory requirements across EMEA.

Cyber Security Manager

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