Cyber Security Manager | Warsaw (Full remote)

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Bringing quality and safety to life.

Intertek, a leading international provider of ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification) services, is looking for a Cyber Security Manager to join Intertek IT Security team.

Cyber Security Manager will report to the Head of IT Security Operations and manage a team of experienced Analysts that provide support for the EMEA region covering technical security assessments, security technology management, incident validation & response.

This role is delivered in a fully remote model, but occasional and justified presence on site may be required.

Job Purpose:

• Manage a team of Cyber Security Analysts providing global support for Group IT and the business
• Act as the escalation contact point for all cyber security related matters for the region (security monitoring, incident response, technical assessment, security solution and policy management)
• Lead security investigation & major incident response efforts in the region
• Oversee the management of endpoint, network, email and web security technologies.
• Perform personnel and performance management for the local Cyber Security team in Poland
• Primary stakeholder for Cyber Security operations within the region
• Coordinate work allocation for cyber security incidents and services
• Drive process improvements to increase detection, reduce mean-time to response and create operational capacity efficiencies.
• Support Legal investigations involving cyber security technologies.
• Contribute towards cybers security operations strategy development & execution

Tasks:

• Manage daily cybersecurity operations and coordinate the regional security team, including shift planning and absence management.
• Act as the regional escalation point for all cybersecurity incidents and oversee implementation of corrective actions.
• Lead the deployment, maintenance, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity solutions within the EMEA region.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate security processes to identify areas for optimization and efficiency gains.
• Oversee vulnerability management activities, including threat analysis, critical patching coordination, and compliance monitoring.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain cybersecurity data to support regional and global reporting requirements.
• Supervise infrastructure and web application security assessments, ensuring quality assurance of team deliverables.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to define and support business continuity and mission assurance strategies.
• Set strategic priorities for regional cybersecurity operations, including budget oversight and resource planning.
• Drive team development by setting knowledge and skill-building goals and regularly assessing progress.

Key relationships:

• Head of IT Security Operations
• Regional Cyber Security Hub managers – APAC and AMER
• Regional Chief Information Officers
• Project Managers
• Principal Engineers
• Enterprise Architects
• Regional business stakeholders

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Advanced English proficiency (spoken and written).
• University Degree in IT, Cyber Security, or a related field.
• Solid knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including data security, access management, security controls, and application security risks (e.g., OWASP Top 10).
• Good understanding of cyber security architecture, risk management frameworks, and relevant laws, regulations, and ethical considerations.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in managing cybersecurity teams (3+ members), with strong leadership and policy development skills.
• Familiarity with incident response methodologies, vulnerability management sources, and IT supply chain risk management practices.
• Cybersecurity certifications such as CISA, CISM, or CISSP are preferred.