Cyber Security Incident Responder

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Cyber Security firm is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Incident Responder to enhance their operational capabilities. The role requires managing cyber incidents, conducting investigations, and developing incident response practices. Candidates should have substantial experience in cybersecurity, particularly in digital forensics and incident management, making this a critical role in a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience in cybersecurity.
• 3-5 years in digital forensics and incident response.
• Experience in large organizations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cyber incident management and investigations.
• Collaborate with IT, Privacy, and Legal teams.
• Conduct post-incident reviews and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Decision-making

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or IT

CISSP

CISM

GIAC

Tools

SIEM tools

Job description

Cyber Security Incident Responder, Milton Keynes

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Cyber Security Incident Responder (IR) to join our dynamic team. The role involves maintaining the security and resilience of Element’s digital infrastructure by managing cyber incidents effectively. This is a unique opportunity to be a key member of our Cyber Defence team, developing a 24/7 operational cyber defence capability. Experience in Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) is preferred.

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

Responsibilities:

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

Key Skills:

• At least five years’ experience in cybersecurity.
• 3-5 years in digital forensics and managing complex cyber incident responses.
• Experience in large, federated organizations and understanding of cyber defence in both public and private sectors.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC) are desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, especially under pressure.
• Cultural sensitivity and social flexibility in a global environment.
• Effective communication skills for engaging with senior staff and non-technical audiences.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude, believing security enables business growth.
• Knowledge of SIEM tools and developing advanced hunting queries.

Experience Needed:

• Extensive experience managing serious cyber incidents as a digital forensic responder.
• Proven success working within large, complex enterprise environments.
• Understanding of security monitoring tools, intrusion detection, and prevention systems.
• Technical expertise in networks, malware analysis, and digital forensics.
• Effective communication with senior stakeholders.

Company Overview

Element is a rapidly growing testing, inspection, and certification company with over 9,000 employees across 270 sites in 30 countries. Our purpose is to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’ by ensuring products and services are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose.

We foster a collaborative environment, empowering our employees to develop their careers and rewarding excellence and integrity. Our work plays a vital role in creating a safer world.