Manager Cyber Security & Cyber Resilience TC UKI

Ernst & Young GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is looking for a Manager in Cybersecurity with a focus on Cyber Resilience. The role involves driving cybersecurity projects, advising clients on cyber risks, and managing a team. Applicants should have professional experience in cybersecurity, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The firm offers a competitive remuneration package, continuous learning opportunities, and a commitment to diversity in the workplace.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Comprehensive Total Rewards package

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience delivering cybersecurity solutions in operational or consulting roles.
• Ability to translate complex cyber risks into actionable recommendations.
• Expertise in business continuity planning and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver cyber resilience engagements including crisis simulations.
• Advise clients on cyber resilience and remediation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Story-telling

Communication

People management

Collaboration

Outcome-focused

Education

Professional experience in cybersecurity

Job description

Manager, Cyber Security, Cyber Resilience , TC UKI

Location: London

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: 29 Jan 2026

Requisition ID: 1680122

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Job Title: Manager – Cybersecurity – Cyber Resilience

About EY: At EY, we are committed to building a better working world. Our Cybersecurity Consulting Practice is rapidly expanding, and we are investing in our capabilities to meet the increasing demand for cybersecurity solutions. Join us and be part of a global team of over 13,000 professionals dedicated to delivering cutting-edge security transformation programs and services.

The Opportunity: As a Manager in Cybersecurity – Cyber Resilience, you will drive cyber security resilience projects and engagements across our range of cross-sector clients to build trusted relationships and successful outcomes for our clients.

The role combines team management, deep cyber knowledge and experience, sales support, and programme delivery to use cyber security to help solve our client’s challenges and build greater resilience into their businesses.

Location - London, Manchester or Scotland

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design and delivery of cyber resilience engagements including table top exercises, crisis simulations, business impact analyses, business continuity planning, incident response planning and preparedness and minimum viable operation assessments.
• Advise clients on key concepts of cyber resilience and remediation.
• Translate complex cyber risks into business-relevant insights and actionable recommendations.
• Conduct crisis simulations, table top exercises and present findings to client executive teams.
• Deliver high-quality cybersecurity engagements, ensuring alignment with EY’s standards of technical excellence and client satisfaction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, leveraging these connections to effectively execute work and understand their business agendas.
• Maintain open and proactive communication with clients and stakeholders, building credibility by staying informed about their businesses and industry trends.
• Foster a positive team environment by mentoring and coaching junior staff, conducting performance reviews, and contributing to their professional development.
• Support business development activities, including proposal writing and impactful presentations to potential clients.
• Contribute to recruiting, retaining, and training cybersecurity professionals, ensuring a high-performing team.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• Story-telling – be able to tell a story and hold the attention of a room.
• Communication – excellent oral and written communication, such as being able to translate complex technical or cyber security concepts into simple, clear language.
• Professional demeanour with the ability to establish credibility and demonstrate expertise quickly.
• Strong team player who values collaboration and kindness that encourages open communication among team members.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality outputs against project objectives and tight deadlines.
• Experience in people management, coaching, and developing colleagues.
• The ability to build capabilities and drive innovation.
• Relentlessly outcome-focussed and positive in the face of obstacles.

To Qualify for the Role, You Must Have:

• Professional experience delivering cybersecurity solutions, either in an operational or consulting capacity.
• High level of drive and commitment to achieving solutions, with the ability to work under pressure and in unstructured environments.
• Expertise in developing impactful written presentations, bids / proposals and engaging effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Specialisation in one or more of the following areas:
  • Cyber Resilience and Incident Response Preparedness
  • Business Continuity Planning

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Security-related qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC or ISO27001 lead implementer or auditor.
• Experience operating within an NCSC Assured Cyber Consultancy.
• Experience in regulated sectors, (financial services, critical infrastructure, healthcare, government).
• Understanding of the cybersecurity regulatory landscape and assessment frameworks (e.g., NIS2, NIST CSF).
• Key delivery experience in cybersecurity strategy, transformation, and compliance.
• Sector experience in Government & Public Sector, Energy & Utilities, Retail and Consumer Products, Life Sciences, Telecoms, Media and Technology, or Transport.
• Professional services experience with market-leading organizations in delivering cybersecurity solutions.

Please note: The successful candidate must undergo and pass checks in line with SC (Security Check) clearance standards after joining EY. These checks may include, but are not limited to, verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, proof of address may be required and unspent criminal convictions. Candidates must be a UK national or have been a resident in the UK for a minimum of five years and ensure that they have not spent more than six months outside the UK.

Join Us: At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a meaningful and fulfilling career, supported by an inclusive culture and cutting-edge technology. Together, we can create a better working world for all.

What we look for

We’re interested in people with integrity who can collaborate with people from a diverse range of backgrounds and crucially a growth mindset.

What we offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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