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TSB | Cyber Defence Manager | Grade E | CIO | Edinburgh (12 Month FTC)
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TSB | Cyber Defence Manager | Grade E | CIO | Edinburgh (12 Month FTC)
Country: United Kingdom
IT STARTS HERE
Santander (www.santander.com) is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organisation, and our people are at the heart of this journey. Together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible. This is more than a strategic shift. It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference. Our mission is to contribute to help more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
TSB is a key part of the Santander organisation. At TSB, we exist to help our customers make the most of their money, so that they can feel money confident every day. When they feel more confident with their money, they can get more out of life. And put simply, that is what it’s all about.
THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE
As Cyber Defence Manager, you’ll lead a team of analysts in securing the organisation’s systems and data by ensuring effective threat detection, response, and prevention strategies. You’ll also manage resources, develop security processes, and drive strategic security improvements.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organisation. We’re enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring. The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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- Knowledge of Microsoft security solutions (Sentinel, Defender for Identity, Endpoint, etc.).
- Experience with Cribl’s data streaming and log routing capabilities would be advantageous.
- Deep understanding of networking and security protocols.
- Strong grasp of threat intelligence & its interpretation and application to reduce risk.
- Understanding of IT operations and infrastructure, including network, server, and application layers.
- Ability to analyse incident trends and metrics to inform management strategies.
- Ability to manage Incidents simultaneously and think strategically to evaluate options in the short, medium and long term
- Strong leadership skills to manage and develop the team.
WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT
At TSB, your contribution matters. We recognise the difference you make every day, and we make sure you feel valued, supported and rewarded in return. We have an excellent benefits package which includes:
- Extra 4% of your salary to either take as cash in your pay or to spend on flexible benefits (dental plan, cycle2work, buying extra holidays, etc.)
- Car allowance.
- Variable Pay Award (10% on target) based on company performance.
- Fantastic company pension – TSB contributing up to 13%
- 30 days holidays (plus bank holidays)
- Private Healthcare
- Opportunities to grow your career within a global organisation
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LOCAL COMPLIANCE
Inclusion matters at TSB. We want everyone to feel at home—whatever their background. Diverse teams help us deliver Money Confidence, for everyone, every day.
Not sure you meet every requirement? If you tick some boxes and bring curiosity and openness, we’d love to hear from you. TSB is a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria, we’ll ensure you’re considered. We’re committed to creating a recruitment experience that’s accessible, fair and welcoming for all candidates.
When applying, please consider the travel distance, time and cost to your chosen office location.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply. If there’s anything we can do in the recruitment process to help you achieve your best, get in touch. Whether it’s a copy of our application form in another format or additional assistance, we’re available through email. You can contact us at careers@tsb.co.uk
The Santander Effect
Our work touches 140 million lives every day. How? By always innovating, sharing our experiences, questioning how we do things and adapting to new challenges. As we keep reinventing ourselves for the digital age, you’ll find that with us, even your smallest action will have a massive impact. That’s the Santander Effect.
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