Security Risk Manager

Job Description

This role sits at the heart of how Virgin Media O2 understands, prioritises and manages security risk. As Security Risk Manager, you’ll provide clear oversight of our security risk landscape, helping senior leaders make informed, risk based decisions that protect the business and maximise the value of our security investments. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across Security, GCO and the wider organisation to embed a consistent and mature approach to security risk. From maintaining our risk framework and quantification tools, through to horizon scanning and deep dive reporting, you’ll play a key role in strengthening our security posture and continuously improving how we manage risk across the organisation. Who we are At Virgin Media O₂, we connect people to the moments that matter most. Virgin Media leads the UK for broadband reliability, speed and overall performance, while O₂ keeps people connected on the move with award-winning coverage.We’re also proud to be named one of the Financial Times Top 500 Best Employers for 2026, based on one of the UK’s largest employee satisfaction surveys.Join us and you’ll be part of a team that stays curious, positive and focused on making life easier for our customers and each other. We’re investing in the future of connectivity, from expanding next-generation 5G to exploring satellite-supported solutions that help reach rural communities and hard-to-connect places.

You’ll work with people who back good ideas and give you plenty of room to grow. So if you’re looking for a place where you can feel supported, trusted and genuinely valued, you’ll feel right at home here.

Our ways of working.
We’re a flexible-first organisation, because we know people do their best work when they have choice and clarity. To support meaningful collaboration, we ask everyone to spend at least eight days a month connecting with each other in person. That doesn’t just mean time in the office – it could be team meetings, offsites, volunteering days, cross-functional projects, or away days. What matters is making those moments count – so when we come together, it benefits everyone.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all
We believe a better tomorrow starts with the choices we make today. That means moving the dial on diversity, building equity into everything we do and putting inclusion at the heart of our business.Virgin Media O₂ is an equal opportunities employer and we work hard to remove bias and barriers. We want every person who joins us – and everyone thinking about joining us – to feel seen, heard and supported.When you work with us, you’ll have access to our award-winning employee network groups. These communities bring people together, champion allyship and create uplifting spaces where you can learn, share and feel part of something bigger. They play a big role in helping people feel connected from day one. The must haves In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;

• Proven experience in security risk management, including risk identification, assessment and reporting
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts and how they translate into business risk
• Experience supporting or operating within an ISMS or similar policy driven environment
• Ability to present clear, concise risk insights to senior stakeholders
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, using data to inform decision making The other stuff we are looking for We'd also love you to bring;
• Experience working across complex, matrixed organisations
• Confidence influencing stakeholders to drive risk based decisions and outcomes
• Experience improving or automating risk and governance processes
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong internal networks
• Experience delivering training or awareness activity to non security audiences What's in it for you We know life isn’t just about work, so our benefits are built to support you in the moments that matter. You’ll get Bupa healthcare, wellbeing support, life cover, a pension and generous holiday –plus your birthday off. And there’s more. Enjoy some extra perks on us, with optional electric vehicle lease and Cycle2Work schemes, dental insurance, neurodiversity assessments, and brilliant discounts on broadband, TV and mobile. You’ll even get access to the Virgin Family platform and the O₂ Priority app, with exclusive rewards, experiences and chances to attend events at The O₂ and beyond. Next steps If this feels like a place where you can belong, we’d love to see what you can do. Once you apply, the next steps might include a call with a recruiter, a video interview, an interview with the hiring manager and a task or assessment. We’ll also ask about any adjustments you might need, and we’ll do our best to make them happen. We review applications and interview throughout the advert window, so it’s worth applying sooner rather than later. If you’re offered the role, the offer will be subject to background checks, including a criminal record check and, for some roles, a financial background check. #LI-LM1