Cyber Security Incident Responder

JR United Kingdom; Dartford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing, inspection, and certification company is seeking a Cyber Security Incident Responder in Dartford. The successful candidate will manage cyber incidents, conduct digital forensics, and work closely with various departments to enhance cybersecurity practices. This role requires significant expertise in cybersecurity and incident response management, with the opportunity to contribute to a crucial area of cyber defense.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in cybersecurity.
• 3-5 years in Digital Forensics and managing complex cyber incidents.
• Experience in large enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

• Help build IR capability, implementing best practices aligned with industry frameworks.
• Lead cyber incident management, conducting investigations, and determining root causes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and prepare incident reports.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Digital Forensics

Incident Response

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Decision-making

Communication

Knowledge of SIEM tools

Cultural Sensitivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related fields

Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC)

Job description

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Cyber Security Incident Responder, Dartford

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Location: Dartford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Cyber Security Incident Responder (IR) to join our dynamic team. The role involves maintaining the security of Element’s digital infrastructure by managing cyber incidents. This is a key role in Cyber Defence, working closely with stakeholders at all levels to develop a 24/7 operational cyber defence capability. Experience in Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) is preferred.

This position requires on-call and overtime during serious cyber attacks. Location in the UK is flexible.

Responsibilities:

• Help build Element’s IR capability, implementing best practices aligned with industry frameworks like NIST and SANS.
• Lead cyber incident management, conducting investigations, determining root causes, and recommending remediation.
• Collaborate with IT, Privacy, Legal teams, and stakeholders; prepare incident reports.
• Conduct post-incident reviews for continuous improvement.
• Perform digital forensics and malware analysis.
• Contribute to developing cyber defence metrics and KPIs.
• Stay updated on cyber threats and security technologies.
• Build relationships with external stakeholders such as law enforcement and cybersecurity vendors.

Key Skills:

• Minimum of five years’ experience in cybersecurity.
• 3-5 years in Digital Forensics and managing complex cyber incidents.
• Experience in large, federated organizations in public/private sectors.
• Bachelor’s degree in related fields or relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC).
• Attention to detail, analytical skills, decision-making under pressure.
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
• Effective communication, especially with senior non-technical stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with a security-first mindset.
• Knowledge of SIEM tools and developing hunting queries.

Experience Needed:

• Managing serious cyber incidents as a digital forensic responder.
• Operating within large, complex enterprise environments.
• Understanding security monitoring, intrusion detection, prevention systems.
• Technical expertise in networks, malware analysis, digital forensics.
• Strong communication skills with senior stakeholders.

Company Overview:

Element is a leading testing, inspection, and certification company with over 9,000 employees worldwide. We aim to make tomorrow safer than today by ensuring product safety, compliance, and quality across industries.