Operational Cyber Security Lead

Operational Cyber Security Lead

CAPTION: Job details

• Posting date: 20 May 2026


• Salary: £40,000 per year


• Hours: Full time


• Closing date: 11 June 2026


• Location: M50 3AZ


• Remote working: On-site only


• Company: The Lowry Theatre


• Job type: Permanent


• Job reference:

Summary

Operational Cyber Security Lead, permanent, £40,000 (DoE) per annum, plus staff benefits

Lowry is a visual and performing arts venue situated at the heart of MediaCityUK in Salford, one of the world's most exciting culture and media destinations.

We're seeking a hands-on cyber security practitioner to help implement and operate the organisation's cyber security controls. You will apply policies, run day-to-day security operations, support incident response, co-ordinate with our managed SOC, and deliver training & awareness - ensuring our information assets and technologies are protected against current and emerging threats.

In addition, this role will contribute to the wider IT function by providing support across general IT services as required, ensuring a flexible and collaborative approach to service delivery.

The role has a number of staff benefits including:

• Complimentary and discounted theatre and live event tickets.


• Free car parking just a few minutes' walk from the Lowry building.


• Paid day off for your birthday.


• Discounts at the bars, restaurant and gift shop located within the Lowry building.


• Access to Lowry's Wellbeing Hub and to other health and wellbeing services, including counselling, physiotherapy and remote GP appointments.


• Group Life Assurance Scheme.

Please note that MediaCityUK is a well-connected destination with a variety of different transport options - bus, car, tram and bike.

The application deadline for this vacancy 11th June 2026, closing at midday.

Interviews will be Thursday 18th June 2026, please ensure your availability for this date

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Operational Cyber Security Lead, permanent, £40,000 (DoE) per annum, plus staff benefits

Lowry is a visual and performing arts venue situated at the heart of MediaCityUK in Salford, one of the world's most exciting culture and media destinations.

We're seeking a hands-on cyber security practitioner to help implement and operate the organisation's cyber security controls. You will apply policies, run day-to-day security operations, support incident response, co-ordinate with our managed SOC, and deliver training & awareness - ensuring our information assets and technologies are protected against current and emerging threats.

In addition, this role will contribute to the wider IT function by providing support across general IT services as required, ensuring a flexible and collaborative approach to service delivery.

The role has a number of staff benefits including:

Complimentary and discounted theatre and live event tickets.
Free car parking just a few minutes' walk from the Lowry building.
Paid day off for your birthday.
Discounts at the bars, restaurant and gift shop located within the Lowry building.
Access to Lowry's Wellbeing Hub and to other health and wellbeing services, including counselling, physiotherapy and remote GP appointments.
Group Life Assurance Scheme.

Please note that MediaCityUK is a well-connected destination with a variety of different transport options - bus, car, tram and bike.