Data Security Manager

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

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Job Description

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. Embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives, and shape a career as unique as you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive enterprise data security strategy aligned with business priorities and risk appetite.
• Own and evolve the end передачи‑to‑end DLP program and tools (including Microsoft Purview, policy creation, monitoring, incident response, and continuous improvement).
• Lead the design and implementation of secure data collaboration frameworks for internal and external business partners.
• Establish key risk indicators (KRIs) and metrics to transparently measure program performance and communicate effectiveness to senior leadership using modern reporting tools.

Technology Solutions and Processes

• Guide the team in evaluating, implementing, and managing advanced.
  
  Analytics:
• Ensure solutions are optimally configured, integrated, and tuned to minimize business friction while reducing data exposure risk.
• Stay ahead of emerging threats, technologies, and best practices to continuously strengthen WSP’s data security posture.
• Direct the development, maintenance, and enforcement of data security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Enhance data governance processes, including classification, handling, and secure sharing.
• Lead incident response for data security events, ensuring rapid containment, remediation, and clear communication.

Leadership and People Responsibilities

• Set yearly goals and targets for services and follow up on their deliveries.
• Manage, mentor and develop a team of data security specialists.
• Develop strong cross‑functional working relationships with security and IT teams and align with WSP’s internal and external client demands.
• Provide feedback on the governance process for continued improvement, especially on the operational parts.

Finance/Budgetary Responsibilities plunged responsibilities and budgets

• Plan team capacity and resource needs (budgets) to ensure quality and resilient services in data security.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on tooling and identify additional needs.
• Oversee licensing, usage monitoring ജൂand growth planning, to ensure cost‑effectiveランキング scalability.

What We’re Looking For You To Demonstrate

• Relevant experience in data management or similar position.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, data sciences, or related field.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Familiar with risk management practices, including risk analysis, mitigation, and monitoring.
• Knowledge of information security regulations applicable to WSP.
• Familiarity with machine learning concepts is a plus.
• Familiarity with IT governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, ISO 270xx, NIST.
• Experience with governance, compliance, and audit within IT environments.

On Our Team

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together ENTRY to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

Benefits & Work‑Life आए Balance

WSP provides a hybrid working policy that offers two days a week from home and opportunities for collaboration in грамад or offices across the UK. We understand that work is just one aspect of your life, so we provide flexible arrangements, including “WSP My Hour” and part‑time/ flexible schedules. We offer comprehensive health benefits through our Thrive programme, including a Virtual GP service, gym memberships, menopause support, and more.

Inclusion

& Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, encouraging people to bring their whole authentic selves to work. Our culture celebrates integrity and respects everyone; we support and work towards inclusivity and…