Cyber Security Incident Responder

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and rapidly growing company seeks a Cyber Security Incident Responder in Swindon to oversee their cyber defense posture. This role demands expertise in incident management, digital forensics, and effective stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and a passion for security, contributing to a robust cyber resilience strategy.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience in cyber security.
• 3-5 years in Digital Forensics and managing complex cyber incidents.
• Experience in large, federated organizations.

Responsibilities

• Build and implement IR capability following industry best practices.
• Lead cyber incident management and investigations.
• Conduct post-incident reviews for continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

CISSP Certification

CISM Certification

GIAC Certification

Tools

SIEM tools

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Cyber Security Incident Responder, Swindon, Wiltshire

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Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Cyber Security Incident Responder (IR) to join our team. The role involves maintaining the security of Element’s digital infrastructure by managing cyber incidents. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to develop a 24/7 cyber defence capability, with opportunities to leverage experience in Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR).

This role may require on-call duties and overtime during serious cyber attacks. Location in the UK is flexible.

Responsibilities:

• Build and implement Element’s IR capability following industry best practices
• Lead cyber incident management and investigations, determining root causes and remediation steps
• Coordinate with IT, Privacy, Legal teams, and senior stakeholders; prepare incident reports
• Conduct post-incident reviews for continuous improvement
• Perform digital forensics and malware analysis to assess incidents
• Contribute to developing cyber defence metrics and KPIs
• Stay updated on cyber threats and technologies
• Develop relationships with external agencies and vendors for incident response collaboration

Key Skills:

• Minimum five years’ experience in cyber security
• 3-5 years in Digital Forensics and managing complex cyber incidents
• Experience working in large, federated organizations in both public and private sectors
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC) preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Cultural sensitivity and effective communication skills, especially with non-technical stakeholders
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and security-focused mindset
• Knowledge of SIEM tools and query development

Experience Needed:

• Extensive experience managing serious cyber incidents as a digital forensic responder
• Proven ability to operate within complex enterprise environments
• Understanding of security monitoring and intrusion 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 30 countries. Our purpose is to make tomorrow safer than today, supporting customers from R&D to regulatory compliance, ensuring safety, quality, and sustainability in products and services.