Salary: £80,000 - 100,000 per year Requirements: Extensive experience in Cyber Security Strong knowledge of Cyber Strategy Proficient in Microsoft Defender and Sentinel Experience with Tessian (Proofpoint) and Mimecast Familiarity with MS E5 Security Suite Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting and diagnosing technical faults Good working knowledge of IT service delivery processes Established knowledge of modern Windows (desktop and server) operating systems Familiarity with Mac/Linux operating systems Competent knowledge of iOS and Android operating systems Understanding of virtual server infrastructure (VMWare) Working knowledge of on-premise and Azure Active Directory Awareness of Group Policy Management and Azure Microsoft Endpoint Manager Good understanding of Citrix XenApp/XenDesktop/WEM Experience troubleshooting networking issues on the LAN Familiarity with IT Service Management systems Responsibilities: Lead and manage the Cyber Security initiatives for the firm Proactively protect and defend the firm from threat actors Support the in-house team in their cybersecurity efforts Assess and mitigate security risks within the firm Develop and implement effective cybersecurity strategies and policies Ensure all cybersecurity measures align with industry standards Collaborate with IT teams to enhance the security infrastructure Technologies: Active Directory Android Architect Azure Citrix Support LAN Linux Security VMware Windows iOS Cloud More: We are a regional law firm based in Manchester, offering a competitive salary range of £80,000 to £100,000 for the permanent Head of Cyber Security role. Our team consists of four dedicated professionals, including a Cyber Security Architect. This role allows for a flexible work arrangement, with two days in the office and three days working remotely. We prioritize cybersecurity to protect our firm and serve our clients effectively. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship. last updated 5 week of 2026