the US, is undergoing a major transformation to build a Group Shared Services model. As part of this evolution, they’re seeking a proactive and technically skilled Security Operations & IncidentResponse Lead to elevate their security posture across diverse business models, including franchisee and third-party environments. Responsibilities: Lead IncidentResponse across the organization, coordinating investigations … to drive security improvements. Contribute to the development of security programs and frameworks. Provide technical leadership in Microsoft-centric environments (Defender, Sentinel, Azure 365). Requirements: Proven experience in incidentresponse and vulnerability management. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Azure 365, Tenable, Nessus. Ability to analyze and remediate security threats across distributed environments. Excellent communication skills for More ❯
the US, is undergoing a major transformation to build a Group Shared Services model. As part of this evolution, they’re seeking a proactive and technically skilled Security Operations & IncidentResponse Lead to elevate their security posture across diverse business models, including franchisee and third-party environments. Responsibilities: Lead IncidentResponse across the organization, coordinating investigations … to drive security improvements. Contribute to the development of security programs and frameworks. Provide technical leadership in Microsoft-centric environments (Defender, Sentinel, Azure 365). Requirements: Proven experience in incidentresponse and vulnerability management. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Azure 365, Tenable, Nessus. Ability to analyze and remediate security threats across distributed environments. Excellent communication skills for More ❯
role, requiring collaboration across IT, legal, procurement, and operational teams. You will act as the primary point of contact for all matters related to information assurance, supplier security assurance, incidentresponse, and regulatory compliance. Scope IT Security Operations Collaborate closely with IT SecOps team members to ensure security controls remain effective. Where gaps are identified, implement appropriate mitigation … measures and lead the response to security incidents in a timely and coordinated manner. Compliance & Security Coordinate ISO 27001 certification audits and maintain ongoing compliance on behalf of the IT & Digital function. Actively support and contribute to health and safety, environmental sustainability, business continuity, and information security initiatives, ensuring we meet our obligations to customers and regulatory standards Delivery … and supports business objectives. Risk Management: Identify, evaluate, and mitigate information security risks across systems, suppliers, and processes. Maintain visibility over key cyber risks and report to senior leadership. IncidentResponse: Lead the response to security incidents, including forensic analysis, reporting, and remediation. Coordinate with law enforcement and external partners where necessary. Supplier Assurance: Conduct security reviews More ❯
hybrid, and on-premises environments, identifying vulnerabilities and improvement areas. Provide guidance on compliance and frameworks such as ISO 27001, Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), and Cyber Essentials. Contribute to incident readiness and response as part of the Cyber Security IncidentResponse Team (CSIRT). Actively contribute to the internal growth and knowledge-sharing within the wider … management, and compliance. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at board level. Hands-on experience with cloud and hybrid architectures, audits, and security assessments. Incidentresponse and crisis management experience is a plus. Holding CISSP/CISM ISO27001 Lead implementer If you’re looking for a role where you can combine strategic influence More ❯
metadata. Conduct technical risk assessments and support audits across platforms. Ensure compliance with Salesforce security standards (e.g., permission sets, field-level security, data classification). Operations and Reliability Lead incidentresponse and post-incident reviews to improve platform resilience. Define and manage service monitoring, alerting, and error budgets. Champion secure change management practices across all environments, including … system architecture. Document Salesforce deployment processes, Gearset pipelines, and rollback strategies. Metrics and Reporting Establish and report on operational and delivery metrics such as deployment frequency, system reliability, and incidentresponse times. Leadership and Team Management Mentor DevOps Engineers and lead knowledge-sharing sessions. Promote a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence. Testing and Backup Implement automated More ❯
metadata. Conduct technical risk assessments and support audits across platforms. Ensure compliance with Salesforce security standards (e.g., permission sets, field-level security, data classification). Operations and Reliability Lead incidentresponse and post-incident reviews to improve platform resilience. Define and manage service monitoring, alerting, and error budgets. Champion secure change management practices across all environments, including … system architecture. Document Salesforce deployment processes, Gearset pipelines, and rollback strategies. Metrics and Reporting Establish and report on operational and delivery metrics such as deployment frequency, system reliability, and incidentresponse times. Leadership and Team Management Mentor DevOps Engineers and lead knowledge-sharing sessions. Promote a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence. Testing and Backup Implement automated More ❯
posture. This is a hands-on, operationally focused role that blends technical security responsibilities with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) elements. As Cyber Security Analyst, you will: Lead cyber incident investigations with SOC and client teams Triage and analyse alerts across email, cloud, and hybrid systems Perform threat hunting and develop detection use cases Manage vulnerability assessments and remediation … efforts Maintain and optimise DLP tools and incidentresponse Support forensic readiness and insider risk initiatives Develop and enforce security policies and awareness programs Lead incidentresponse and produce investigation reports Utilise and enhance Microsoft Security Stack (Sentinel, Defender, Purview) Drive Zero Trust implementation Conduct security audits and generate KPI/compliance reports Mentor junior analysts More ❯
posture. This is a hands-on, operationally focused role that blends technical security responsibilities with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) elements. As Cyber Security Analyst, you will: Lead cyber incident investigations with SOC and client teams Triage and analyse alerts across email, cloud, and hybrid systems Perform threat hunting and develop detection use cases Manage vulnerability assessments and remediation … efforts Maintain and optimise DLP tools and incidentresponse Support forensic readiness and insider risk initiatives Develop and enforce security policies and awareness programs Lead incidentresponse and produce investigation reports Utilise and enhance Microsoft Security Stack (Sentinel, Defender, Purview) Drive Zero Trust implementation Conduct security audits and generate KPI/compliance reports Mentor junior analysts More ❯
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom
Tate Milton Keynes
posture. This is a hands-on, operationally focused role that blends technical security responsibilities with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) elements. As Cyber Security Analyst, you will: Lead cyber incident investigations with SOC and client teams Triage and analyse alerts across email, cloud, and hybrid systems Perform threat hunting and develop detection use cases Manage vulnerability assessments and remediation … efforts Maintain and optimise DLP tools and incidentresponse Support forensic readiness and insider risk initiatives Develop and enforce security policies and awareness programs Lead incidentresponse and produce investigation reports Utilise and enhance Microsoft Security Stack (Sentinel, Defender, Purview) Drive Zero Trust implementation Conduct security audits and generate KPI/compliance reports Mentor junior analysts More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, Negotiable, Inc benefits, OTE
Reading, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
a mission-critical role at the heart of our cyber security strategy. As Operational Security Manager, you'll take ownership of our security operations, overseeing threat intelligence, vulnerability management, incidentresponse and the performance of our outsourced 24/7 SOC. You'll work closely with internal technology teams to embed security into every aspect of our infrastructure … and change lifecycle, ensuring our defences are proactive, responsive and resilient. From playbook rehearsals to live incident recovery, you'll be the calm in the storm, guiding teams through complex challenges with clarity and confidence. What you'll need to succeed You're a seasoned security professional with hands-on experience across SIEM, SOC, Azure, Microsoft 365 and enterprise … network environments. You've led incidentresponse, managed third-party suppliers and implemented threat detection strategies in hybrid organisations. Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CREST or GIAC CIH are part of your toolkit, and your technical depth is matched by your ability to mentor, collaborate and communicate. You thrive in dynamic environments, bring structure to ambiguity and have More ❯
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, South East, United Kingdom
Oscar Associates (UK) Limited
threat modelling and risk assessments for new features and system changes. Evaluate and recommend security technologies and tools. Operational (40%) Manage security environments across Azure and AWS infrastructure. Lead incidentresponse efforts and coordinate vulnerability remediation activities. Manage continuous security monitoring, alerting, and detection systems. Administer vulnerability management and penetration testing programs. Maintain strong identity, access, and privilege … DSS and securing payment systems. Deep understanding of cloud security across Azure and/or AWS. Skilled in application security and the secure development lifecycle (SDLC). Experienced in incidentresponse and cross-functional coordination. Confident supporting tenders and delivering client security assurance. Preferrable If You. Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent. Experience in or More ❯
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom
Altitude-Recruitment Limited
modelling and risk assessments for new features and system changes Evaluate and recommend security technologies and tools Operational (40%) Manage security environments across Azure and AWS infrastructure Coordinate security incidentresponse and vulnerability remediation Oversee security monitoring, alerting, and detection capabilities Manage vulnerability assessment and penetration testing programs Maintain identity and access management controls Compliance & Assurance (30%) Maintain … software products PCI/DSS compliance experience with payment processing systems Strong understanding of cloud security (Azure and/or AWS) Application security and secure development lifecycle knowledge Security incident management and cross-functional response coordination Excellent communication skills - able to translate technical security for commercial and executive audiences Experience supporting tender responses and client security assurance Preferred More ❯
modelling and risk assessments for new features and system changes Evaluate and recommend security technologies and tools Operational (40%) Manage security environments across Azure and AWS infrastructure Coordinate security incidentresponse and vulnerability remediation Oversee security monitoring, alerting, and detection capabilities Manage vulnerability assessment and penetration testing programs Maintain identity and access management controls Compliance & Assurance (30%) Maintain … software products PCI/DSS compliance experience with payment processing systems Strong understanding of cloud security (Azure and/or AWS) Application security and secure development lifecycle knowledge Security incident management and cross-functional response coordination Excellent communication skills - able to translate technical security for commercial and executive audiences Experience supporting tender responses and client security assurance Preferred More ❯
Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Chiltern Railways
teams, from IT colleagues to Train Engineers, to ensure security best practices are understood and integrated into their processes and systems. Key Accountabilities Threat and Vulnerability Management Develop incidence response and security measures for protection. Complete risk and exploitability assessments against vulnerabilities and live threats. Serve as a subject matter expert in vulnerability management for incidentresponseMore ❯
Hook Norton, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Chiltern Railways
teams, from IT colleagues to Train Engineers, to ensure security best practices are understood and integrated into their processes and systems. Key Accountabilities Threat and Vulnerability Management Develop incidence response and security measures for protection. Complete risk and exploitability assessments against vulnerabilities and live threats. Serve as a subject matter expert in vulnerability management for incidentresponseMore ❯
Conduct threat modelling and risk assessments for new features and system changes Evaluate and recommend security technologies and tools Manage security environments across Azure and AWS infrastructure Coordinate security incidentresponse and vulnerability remediation Oversee security monitoring, alerting, and detection capabilities Manage vulnerability assessment and penetration testing programs Maintain identity and access management controls Maintain ISO27001 certification and … software products PCI/DSS compliance experience with payment processing systems Strong understanding of cloud security (Azure and/or AWS) Application security and secure development lifecycle knowledge Security incident management and cross-functional response coordination Excellent communication skills - able to translate technical security for commercial and executive audiences Experience supporting tender responses and client security assurance Preferred More ❯
management, patch governance, endpoint security (EDR/XDR), and cloud (M365/Azure security). Analytical Skills - capable of interpreting scan results, posture metrics (e.g., Microsoft Secure Score), and incident trends into actionable insights. Delegation & Leadership - experienced in mentoring Analysts and delegating effectively while retaining accountability for outcomes. Collaboration - able to work cross-functionally with Service Delivery, Projects, Account … equivalent certifications. Experience delivering or auditing compliance frameworks. Familiarity with RMM/XDR/EDR, SIEM, and vulnerability scanning platforms. Experience leading small teams (mentoring, guiding). Exposure to incidentresponse and tabletop exercises. What Success Looks Like: Success means the Security Lead is recognised by clients as a trusted advisor who simplifies security into business language. All More ❯
championing a security first culture across the business. You'll collaborate closely with teams across IT, Legal, Procurement, and Operations , acting as the go to expert for information assurance, incident management, and regulatory compliance . What You'll Be Doing Lead and continuously improve our ISMS Manage ISO 27001 certification, surveillance audits, and compliance activities Oversee cyber risk management … and report key metrics to senior leadership Coordinate incidentresponse, forensic investigations, and remediation efforts Drive supplier assurance and manage third party risk Maintain security governance frameworks, policies, and standards Deliver engaging cyber awareness programmes across the organisation Provide expert security guidance throughout technology and project lifecycles What We're Looking For Proven experience managing an enterprise ISMS More ❯
Wallingford, Oxfordshire, South East, United Kingdom
Hays
security across the organisation.You'll collaborate with scientists, technologists, and operational teams to ensure security is not just a technical requirement, but a shared responsibility. Your structured approach to incidentresponse and clear communication will strengthen resilience and build trust across departments. Key Responsibilities: Lead the organisation's Information Security programme, ensuring it is responsive, innovative, and cost More ❯
of defending enterprise-scale environments, offering exposure to varied client infrastructures, advanced tooling, and complex security challenges. You’ll play a key part in maturing the security function—leading incident investigations, enhancing threat visibility, and mentoring the next generation of analysts—while continuously developing your skills with funded training and certification pathways. What You’ll Do Lead and investigate … and meaningful insights. Experience centralising log sources and onboarding new tools and data feeds into a SIEM/SOAR platform. Strong understanding of threat hunting methodologies, vulnerability management, and incident response. Knowledge of frameworks: ISO27001, NIST CSF, SOC2, Cyber Essentials Plus. Comfortable adapting to unfamiliar tooling and integrating new technologies quickly. Why Join? Work at the cutting edge of … a global MSP with enterprise clients and complex estates. Move beyond “keeping the lights on” — contribute to strategy, tooling improvement, and advanced threat detection. Career pathways into senior engineering, incidentresponse leadership, or architecture roles. Ongoing funded training and certification investment. Opportunity to cross-train into wider InfoSec disciplines including GRC, Zero Trust, and compliance. Training to CISSP More ❯
Reading, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Project People
role, you’ll manage cyber risk , drive security governance , and embed a security-first culture across the organisation. You’ll also act as the key contact for information assurance, incidentresponse, supplier security , and regulatory compliance . What you’ll do: Own and maintain the ISMS in line with ISO 27001 standards. Lead audits, risk assessments, and incident … experience managing an enterprise ISMS and ISO 27001 audits. Strong knowledge of cyber threats, cloud security (Azure, M365), and GDPR. Hands-on experience in vulnerability management, supplier assurance, and incident response. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Benefits: Competitive salary with bonus scheme Very generous holiday allowance Hybrid working – 3 days per week in Reading Plus a great range More ❯
Reading, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Reed
Implement and support security controls, particularly within Azure cloud environments. Evaluate and deploy best-in-class application security tools. Mentor teams and deliver tailored security awareness programmes. Assist with incidentresponse, security training, and supplier/client security assessments. What We’re Looking For Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in application security engineering. Strong knowledge of security tools More ❯
Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Reed
client’s Information Security programme with creativity and cost-effectiveness Manage a small, dedicated team and oversee budgets Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures Drive risk assessments, incidentresponse, and internal reporting Champion security awareness through training for all staff Recommend and implement cutting-edge security technologies Communicate security goals clearly across diverse teams What we More ❯
PKI across enterprise systems, endpoints, applications, and devices. Collaborate with IDAM, DevOps, and cloud security teams to integrate PKI with broader identity and security architectures. Provide technical leadership in incidentresponse and troubleshooting related to certificates and encryption. Stay current with industry standards, compliance requirements and emerging cryptographic technologies Document when required all architectures, policies, procedures, and system More ❯
Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Addition+
risks are mitigated and compliance maintained. Support internal and external audits to meet frameworks such as Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO 27001, and CIS. Drive improvements in tooling, automation, and incidentresponse processes. Collaborate across departments — from IT teams to engineers — embedding best practice in every area. Mentor colleagues and promote a culture of continual security improvement. Main Skills More ❯