Job Description

Country

United Kingdom

Office Location

Birmingham

About Us

Flexible/Agile Working: This hybrid role is based on a 60% onsite, 40% remote working model.




Join RICS, a globally respected organisation that sets the highest ethical standards across land, real estate, construction, and infrastructure, supporting 140,000 professionals worldwide.




At RICS, we are at the forefront of shaping the built and natural environment. As a prominent professional body, we empower our members with globally recognised qualifications, influential networks, and access to high quality resources.

Role Purpose and Key Responsibilities

RICS is seeking an experienced and proactive Cyber Security Manager to join our Digital team. This is a pivotal role in strengthening our cyber security posture, improving governance, and protecting our digital assets from evolving threats. You will lead the development and implementation of security policies, manage incidents, and ensure compliance with industry standards.




- Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.


- Manage and respond to security incidents, including investigations and remediation.


- Conduct regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigations.


- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards (e.g. GDPR, PCI-DSS).


- Oversee access controls and implement security technologies to protect digital systems.

About You

You are a technically skilled and strategically minded cyber security professional with a passion for protecting digital environments. You bring strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with a commitment to continuous learning.




Essential skills and experience:




- Technical knowledge of infrastructure, network security, and cloud environments.


- Proven leadership and project management skills, with experience managing teams and budgets.


- Familiarity with industry standards (e.g. ISO27001) and regulatory environments.


- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.


- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or ITIL are highly desirable.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and financial security. This includes:




- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays


- Private medical insurance and wellbeing support


- Pension scheme, life assurance, and income protection


- Enhanced family leave and volunteering opportunities




Equal Opportunity Employer:




RICS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, as we believe that our differences drive our performance. Please let us know if we can support you with any adjustments to our recruitment process.




Candidates must have the correct right to work in the country where the role is based.




How to Apply:




To apply, please complete our short online application form. You will be asked to upload your CV and provide a statement explaining why this specific role at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors is an ideal opportunity for you, and how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.




Please note that while we aim to keep adverts open for a reasonable period, we do reserve the right to close them early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.