Information Security Manager UK Home-based | occasional travel to client sites Manchester and Glasgow Competitive Salary We're looking for an experienced Information Security Manager to join our Cyber Consulting division, supporting a portfolio of Capita Pensions clients. This role gives you the opportunity to work across both technical and governance areas, influence how projects are delivered, and contribute to Capita's overall cyber security maturity. You’ll collaborate with internal teams, client stakeholders and security specialists across the business, strengthening secure operations and ensuring trusted service delivery. Successful candidates will require eligibility for SC Clearance. Our Values

Customer First, Always Fearless Innovation Achieve Together Everyone is Valued

How this role aligns with our Values

Customer First, Always – You'll help protect client and organisational information, ensuring strong security controls and supporting secure service delivery across Pensions and wider Capita teams. Fearless Innovation – You'll contribute to improving how we manage cyber risk, deliver audits and strengthen our frameworks‑supporting smarter, future‑focused ways of working. Achieve Together – You'll partner with cyber, operations, technology and account teams, sharing insight, supporting colleagues and helping to maintain consistent security standards. Everyone is Valued – You'll help colleagues feel informed, supported and confident in making secure decisions, promoting accessible, inclusive security awareness.

Essential Skills

Information Security Risk Management & Governance ISO/IEC 27001:2022 & Cyber Security Standards Experience in an Information Security Manager or similar role

Qualifications

Preferred: CISM or CISSP certification Preferred: ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer and/or Lead Auditor Desirable: ISO 22301 Lead Implementer and/or Lead Auditor Desirable: PCI-DSS Internal Security Assessor (PCI ISA) Desirable: ISACA CISA

You Will Also Need

Strong understanding of ICT technologies and cyber security controls Experience assessing and managing security risks across varied sectors or accounts Strong analytical, organisational and stakeholder engagement skills Clear, accessible communication internally and externally with stakeholders

What you’ll be doing

Identifying and reporting weaknesses in cyber security controls Leading Cyber Health Checks and supporting remediation activity Investigating and documenting security incidents in line with policy Chairing cyber security working groups (internal/external) and supporting Change Advisory Boards Managing compliance with partner standards and codes of connection Contributing to the development and maintenance of cyber security policy Maintaining the information security risk register and treatment plans Promoting cyber security awareness across teams and accounts Conducting internal and second‑party audits Supporting and maintaining ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials certification

Join Capita – Where Innovation Meets Opportunity Capita is a dynamic leader in consulting and digital services, helping some of the UK's most recognised organisations transform and thrive. We use cutting‑edge technology and fearless innovation to create smarter, more efficient solutions that make a real difference. Our work spans diverse sectors—government, healthcare, education, and finance—offering you the chance to contribute to projects that impact millions of lives. At Capita, you'll be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking team that values creativity, growth, and inclusion. We're committed to your development and success, providing opportunities to learn, progress, and shape better outcomes for customers and communities. If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career, Capita is the place for you. What’s in it for you?

Remote working – work from wherever you're happiest in the UK Salary 23 days’ holiday, rising to 27 (pro rata) – plus the option to buy more after qualifying period Paid volunteering day with a charity of your choice Generous family leave policies – including 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave Cycle2Work scheme, pension, life assurance, and more

Customer first, always | Fearless innovation | Achieve together | Everyone is valued Next Steps Choose 'Apply now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. Equal Opportunity We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. As part of our strategic goals, we are focused on accelerating gender and ethnic representation in leadership roles. We warmly encourage applications from women and individuals from Black, Asian, and other ethnic minority backgrounds. We're an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format (such as large print or audio), or if you'd like to discuss other changes or support you might need going forward, please email reasonableadjustments@capita.com and we'll get back to you. For more information about equal opportunities and process adjustments, please visit the Capita Careers website. Location United Kingdom Time Type Full time Contract Type Permanent #J-18808-Ljbffr