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Cyber Security Programme Manager

Duration: 12 month rolling day rate contract 600-700 per day
Location: Dublin
Onsite Requirement: 3 to 4 days onsite per week

Summary of Role

We're looking for an experienced Information Security Programme Manager to lead and deliver a broad range of cyber security initiatives within a growing organisation.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive security improvements, strengthen governance, manage security risks, and support major technology change programmes.

You'll work closely with IT teams, business stakeholders, and external partners to ensure security remains a core part of the organisation's strategy and operations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead information security projects and programmes from planning through to delivery.Improve and mature the organisation's security operating model.Oversee security technologies and processes across endpoint, cloud, identity, and vulnerability management.Support security architecture reviews and risk assessments for new projects and systems.Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.Manage security audits, compliance activities, and risk reporting.Lead the response to security incidents and drive continuous improvement.Support data protection and information governance initiatives.Deliver clear security reporting and updates to senior management.Increase security awareness across the organisation through training and engagement.

Experience Required

Strong background in information security, cyber security, or security programme management.Experience delivering security projects in complex environments.Good understanding of security governance, risk management, and compliance.Knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls.Experience with Microsoft security technologies and cloud-based environments.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.Experience working with security operations, incident response, or security tooling would be beneficial.

Desirable Certifications

CISSPCISMISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Lead AuditorMicrosoft Security certificationsOther relevant cyber security qualifications

What's on Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile security programme and play a key role in shaping the organisation's cyber security capabilities.

You'll be joining an organisation investing heavily in technology and security, offering strong visibility, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

Next Steps

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please submit your CV to Oisín Geoghegan at GCS Recruitment Specialists.

📧 [email protected]
📞 +353 1 901 4378

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Cyber Programme Manager (Threat and Vulnerability management)

Duration: 6 month rolling day rate contract
Type: Day rate contract 600-700 per day
Location: Dublin
Onsite Requirement: Hybrid working model (3 days per week onsite)

Summary of Role

In this role, you will:

Lead and enhance a large-scale Threat & Vulnerability Management (TVM) function within a complex enterprise environment.Drive the organisation's approach to vulnerability identification, risk prioritisation, remediation governance, and continuous security improvement.Serve as the senior owner of the vulnerability management operating model, ensuring security risks are managed effectively across infrastructure, cloud, and application estates.Act as the principal point of contact between cyber security, technology teams, and senior business stakeholders.Champion a risk-based approach to vulnerability remediation while supporting regulatory, audit, and governance requirements.

Job Description

Responsibilities of the role:

Own and develop the enterprise-wide Threat & Vulnerability Management programme, including strategy, governance, processes, and performance reporting.Oversee the full vulnerability lifecycle, ensuring security exposures are identified, assessed, prioritised, and remediated appropriately.Lead governance forums and remediation reviews, driving accountability across technology and business teams.Establish meaningful KPIs, service metrics, and executive-level reporting to measure programme effectiveness and security posture.Act as the organisational subject matter expert for Qualys, ensuring effective utilisation of scanning, asset visibility, reporting, and remediation capabilities.Improve platform integrations, automation opportunities, and reporting processes to enhance operational efficiency.Partner with infrastructure, cloud, engineering, and security teams to improve vulnerability management maturity across the organisation.Coordinate response activities for critical vulnerabilities and emerging threats, ensuring timely escalation and risk management.Support audit, compliance, and regulatory activities by maintaining appropriate governance controls and evidence.Drive continual improvement initiatives that strengthen cyber resilience and reduce enterprise security risk.

Experience and Skills Required

Significant experience within cyber security, vulnerability management, security operations, or security engineering environments.Proven track record leading or managing enterprise-scale Threat & Vulnerability Management programmes.Strong hands-on experience with Qualys, including vulnerability management, asset discovery, reporting, compliance monitoring, and cloud agent deployment. [168587 Inf...me Manager | Word]Excellent understanding of vulnerability assessment methodologies, CVEs, CVSS scoring, threat intelligence, and risk-based prioritisation approaches. [168587 Inf...me Manager | Word]Experience working across cloud and hybrid technology environments.Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST, CIS Controls, and ISO 27001. [168587 Inf...me Manager | Word]Ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.Demonstrated experience producing executive-level reporting and communicating complex cyber risks clearly.Strong organisational, analytical, and programme management capabilities.Comfortable operating within fast-paced environments and managing high-priority security events.

What's on Offer

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a highly visible cyber security programme within a major enterprise organisation where information security is a key strategic priority.

You will work alongside experienced security professionals and senior technology leaders, helping shape the future direction of vulnerability management across a large and evolving technology landscape.

The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, hybrid working, exposure to large-scale security initiatives, and excellent long-term career progression opportunities.

Next Steps

If you would like to explore this opportunity further, please submit your CV to Oisín Geoghegan at GCS Recruitment Specialists.

📧 [email protected]
📞 +353 1 901 4378

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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