IT Security and Compliance Manager

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a forward-thinking IT Security and Compliance Manager to play a key role in protecting and shaping our technology environment while supporting our continued business growth. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, you will lead the security, governance and operational delivery of our IT services, ensuring systems remain secure, compliant and resilient. This is a highly visible role where you’ll partner with internal teams, customers and third-party providers to strengthen cyber security, drive certification and audit readiness, and support the development of scalable, reliable IT services.

If you enjoy combining strategic security leadership with hands‑on operational oversight in a collaborative and evolving environment, this is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact.

Open Works is a rapidly growing business operating globally with a passion for exceptional engineering and building on a legacy of defence innovation in the North East of England.

Our products provide ultra‑high performance, real‑time detection, tracking, identification and targeting of dynamic aerial threats. They have been deployed internationally to protect high profile military and civilian assets, and contribute towards the defeat of nuisance, misguided and maliciously deployed drones during operations.

We are very proud to have supported a wide range of law enforcement and military operators, protecting many of the most high profile sites and individuals around the world.

The amazing things we do are only possible because of a dedicated and passionate team.

Join a high‑energy, collaborative where great ideas thrive, challenges are embraced and people truly love what they do.

• Competitive remuneration package
  , with performance‑related bonuses and clear progression opportunities.
• 25 days’ holiday + public holidays
  , with long‑service rewards and the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
• Free breakfast and freshly cooked lunches every day, courtesy of Chef Mark and his team.
• Private healthcare through Aviva, keeping you feeling your best.
• Life assurance for peace of mind.
• Salary sacrifice schemes – including EV car and Cycle to Work options for easy, sustainable travel.
• Paid team socials – from quiz nights and football to board games and more; we love to have fun together.
• Pension plan with up to 4% employer‑matched contributions to help you plan for the future.
• A culture that empowers – we enable change, encourage challenge, and celebrate personal growth.

• Policy & Standards: Develop and maintain cyber security policies, standards and procedures.
• ISMS Management: Own and continuously improve the Information Security Management System.
• Certification & Frameworks: Lead Cyber Essentials Plus and maintain alignment with recognised security frameworks.
• Audit Leadership: Manage customer and external cyber security audits and evidence preparation.
• Governance Alignment: Partner with Contracts, Compliance and Quality teams to meet governance and contractual requirements.
• Risk & Assurance: Conduct internal audits of systems, suppliers and contractors to identify and manage risk.
• Incident Management: Lead security incident response, remediation and lessons learned.
• Threat & Regulatory Monitoring: Track emerging threats, regulatory changes and industry best practice.
• Customer & Bid Support: Provide cyber security expertise for bids, customer engagements and contract negotiations.
• Access & Data Protection: Oversee governance of system usage, access controls and data protection.

• Service Performance: Oversee reliable and effective day‑to‑day IT service delivery.
• Escalation Management: Act as the primary escalation point for IT service issues.
• Supplier Management: Manage and optimise Managed Service Provider performance.
• Infrastructure Growth: Support scalable and resilient IT infrastructure development.
• Microsoft 365 Management: Oversee Microsoft 365 and collaboration platforms.
• Project Delivery: Support IT projects, ensuring security and resilience…