Information Security Improvement Coordinator

About IT Services

IT Services at the University of Manchester is a vibrant and fast-moving department, we focus on delivering excellent customer service and quality services for our staff, students and researchers.

The Team

The Information Security and Identity and Access Management (IS and IDAM) division is dedicated to ensuring the security of new and existing University services. We focus on the successful delivery of ongoing assurance and maintenance through diverse security projects. Our multidisciplinary teams work collaboratively to break down barriers and implement robust information security solutions. We are a key part of IT Services, prioritizing the protection of university data and infrastructure

The Role

As a Security Improvement Coordinator, you will lead the delivery of information security changes across the University. You’ll work closely with various teams to plan projects at both a strategic and operational level, ensuring all security initiatives meet high standards of quality and reliability

The Person

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate:

• Project Expertise: Expertise in managing complex technology or security projects from initial planning through to successful delivery.
• Leadership Skills: A proven ability to lead and motivate teams while fostering an inclusive, values-based culture.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships across a diverse organisation.
• Operational Management: Experience in planning and coordinating ongoing activities to meet organisational goals.
• Eseential Qualifications: Project and programme management (e.g., APM, PRINCE2) or equivalent

What can you expect in return

Our diverse job opportunities all include a top benefits package that includes many features that are hard to find in the private sector:

• Generous annual leave allowance, including Christmas/New Year closure;
• Pension scheme membership to provide benefits for you and your family;
• Well-being programme with counselling, fitness and leading sports facilities;
• Learning and development opportunities;
• Season ticket loans for public transport;
• Cycle to Work Scheme;
• Workplace nursery scheme;

• Staff recognition schemes;

• Staff discounts on a range of products and services including travel and high street savings.

In fact, there are so many benefits available you can see more of them by clicking here.

Find out more about our organisation and values:

• IT Services: About us and ITS Practice Charter

When completing the additional information section of your application, please ensure you make reference to the job description and person specification above, as this will form an integral part of the shortlisting process.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Blended working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: IT Resource Management Team

Email: it.resource@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.