IT Security and Governance Manager
| Posting date: | 08 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £48,226 to £51,356 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 October 2025 |
| Location: | Loughborough, Leicestershire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Charnwood Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | M583 |
Summary
Charnwood Borough Council is looking for an experienced IT Security and Governance Manager to lead the implementation and operational management of effective security controls and governance strategies. The role covers cyber security, compliance and oversight of data protection and insurance functions and ensuring the integrity and resilience of our ICT infrastructure.
We value innovation, integrity, and collaboration. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that embraces technology and drives meaningful change. We offer flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment where your expertise will make a real impact.
The benefits of working with us:
• Agile working for many roles
• Generous annual leave of between 35.5 and 40.5 days of leave (depending on length of service), inclusive of bank holidays
• Most services are closed over Christmas
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Opportunities for professional development linked to many roles
• Free parking
We prioritise the well-being and engagement of our employees through internal groups such as the Staff Forum, Health and Wellbeing Group and Equality Working Group.
About the Council
Charnwood is one of the largest shire district councils in the country based on population, serving around 183,000 people.
We offer a range of services, with everything from refuse and recycling collections to the operation of a theatre and historic markets.
Our services are built on our values: Pride in Charnwood; Customer Focused and Working Together.
About Charnwood
We are proud of our borough, and it is a great place to live, work, visit and invest in. Charnwood boasts breath-taking landscapes which are great to explore.
At the heart of Charnwood is Loughborough, home to a world class university, historic markets, and the only major bell foundry in the UK. It is a diverse community thanks to its student population and cultures from around the world.
As a Disability Confident Employer and proud holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Gold Award, we’re committed to creating a welcoming environment for everyone.
No agencies please.
Interview dates will be week commencing 3rd November 2025
We value innovation, integrity, and collaboration. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that embraces technology and drives meaningful change. We offer flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment where your expertise will make a real impact.
The benefits of working with us:
• Agile working for many roles
• Generous annual leave of between 35.5 and 40.5 days of leave (depending on length of service), inclusive of bank holidays
• Most services are closed over Christmas
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Opportunities for professional development linked to many roles
• Free parking
We prioritise the well-being and engagement of our employees through internal groups such as the Staff Forum, Health and Wellbeing Group and Equality Working Group.
About the Council
Charnwood is one of the largest shire district councils in the country based on population, serving around 183,000 people.
We offer a range of services, with everything from refuse and recycling collections to the operation of a theatre and historic markets.
Our services are built on our values: Pride in Charnwood; Customer Focused and Working Together.
About Charnwood
We are proud of our borough, and it is a great place to live, work, visit and invest in. Charnwood boasts breath-taking landscapes which are great to explore.
At the heart of Charnwood is Loughborough, home to a world class university, historic markets, and the only major bell foundry in the UK. It is a diverse community thanks to its student population and cultures from around the world.
As a Disability Confident Employer and proud holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Gold Award, we’re committed to creating a welcoming environment for everyone.
No agencies please.
Interview dates will be week commencing 3rd November 2025