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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Security Manager - 106 Great Western Street, Manchester - Stockport - **Company:** Security Ltd - **Location:** Stockport, UK - **Salary:** £42,000.0 - £48,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Antivirus, Software System Penetration Testing, Cloud Computing Security, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Data Security, Network Security, Microsoft Security Essentials, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Cyber Threat Analysis, Information Technology, Microsoft Sentinel, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** July 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobtoday.com/gb/job/data-security-manager-yG6ZMO ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. * Minimum 3 years' experience in cyber security, information security, or data protection. * Strong knowledge of information security governance, risk management, incident response, vulnerability management, network security, and cloud security. * Practical experience with UK GDPR, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, and security compliance frameworks. * Experience with Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, SIEM platforms, endpoint protection, vulnerability scanning tools, and firewall technologies. * Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills. Desirable Qualifications * CISSP * CISM * ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor * CompTIA Security+ * CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) * Microsoft Security Certifications ## Description We are seeking an experienced Data Security Manager to oversee the development and implementation of information security strategies for both internal operations and client environments. 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