Senior ICT Cybersecurity Manager
Day rate Contract
Hybrid working model – (2 days onsite (in Dublin 4) / 3 days offsite)
Our public sector client is seeking an experienced IT Security Manager to provide hands-on leadership, governance, and operational oversight of cybersecurity across the organisation.
This role will act as the internal owner of cybersecurity, responsible for managing cyber risk, overseeing third party security providers and ensuring that they maintain a proportionate, effective, and auditable security posture.
The role combines:
IT/Cyber Security leadership and governance
Risk, Compliance, Audit and Third-party assurance
Operational oversight of security services
Practical, hands-on involvement where required
Mandatory Requirement
You must have the equivalent of:
7+ years of extensive professional experience in Cybersecurity Management & Strategy
Experience in leading complex projects/programmes .
Experience in Service Management , including Vendor Management
Experience in maturing GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) environments
A recognised formal qualification in Cyber security (eg. CISSP, CISM etc)
Experience, Competencies & Skillset required:
Relevant Experience in Cybersecurity Leadership Roles
Experience working in similar roles as an IT Security Manager, Security Lead or equivalent (e.g. vCISO), including operating in organisations with limited internal security capability. As part of the response, Tenderers must include a minimum of one relevant example.
Experience in Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance
Experience in establishing and operating cybersecurity governance frameworks, including maintaining risk registers, supporting audit/compliance activities, and developing practical policies and standards.
Experience in Third Party Risk Management (TPRM)
Demonstrable experience in delivering third-party/vendor security risk assessments, including onboarding due diligence, ongoing vendor monitoring, and risk reporting. Experience using tools such as UpGuard (or equivalent platforms) will be considered advantageous.
Experience in Security Operations Oversight and Incident Management
Experience overseeing outsourced security services (e.g. MSSP/SOC providers), including reviewing incidents, alerting outputs, and vulnerability reporting. Experience in developing and managing incident response processes and coordinating responses to security incidents.
Experience in Supplier Management and Multi-Vendor Environments
Experience managing third-party IT and security providers, including performance oversight, escalation, and coordination across multiple suppliers operating within a shared responsibility model.
Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Skills
Experience communicating clearly and effectively with a range of stakeholders, including technical and non-technical audiences and senior management. The response should include examples of how the resource has managed competing priorities, explained risks/issues, and supported decision making.
K ey Deliverables :
Cybersecurity Leadership & Governance
Act as lead cybersecurity professional, providing clear direction and ownership of cyber risk
Establish and operate a practical security governance framework aligned to size and risk profile
Define and maintain the Client / supplier operating model and responsibilities (RACI)
Develop and manage a prioritised cybersecurity roadmap
Provide regular executive-level reporting on risk, incidents, and overall security posture
Risk Management & Compliance
Own and maintain the IT and cybersecurity risk register, including risk identification, assessment, and treatment tracking
Conduct and facilitate risk assessments across systems and services
Provide support for audit and compliance activities (e.g. GDPR, NIS2 readiness, internal/external audit)
Maintain and evolve security policies, standards, and procedures in a pragmatic, implementable manner
Third-Party Risk Management
Establish and operate a structured…