Cyber Security Incident Responder

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

Job summary

A leading company in testing, inspection, and certification is seeking a Cyber Security Incident Responder in Wakefield. This role focuses on maintaining digital security and resilience. Candidates should have extensive experience in cybersecurity, particularly in Digital Forensics and Incident Response, to manage and mitigate cyber incidents effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in cybersecurity.
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant certifications required.
• 3-5 years’ experience in Digital Forensics and complex Cyber Incident response.

Responsibilities

• Build and implement incident response capability using best practices.
• Coordinate cyber incidents and act as the lead incident manager.
• Perform digital forensics and malware analysis.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Digital Forensics

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

CISSP

CISM

GIAC

Tools

SIEM tools

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Cyber Security Incident Responder, Wakefield

Location: Wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Cyber Security Incident Responder (IR) to join our team. The role involves maintaining the security and resilience of Element’s digital infrastructure by managing cyber incidents. This is a key position in Cyber Defence, with opportunities to develop a 24/7 operational cyber defence capability. Candidates with experience in Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) are encouraged to apply.

This position requires 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 (e.g., NIST, SANS)
• Govern and coordinate cyber incidents, acting as lead incident manager and technical authority
• Conduct investigations to reduce risk, determine root cause, impact, and remediation
• Collaborate with IT, Privacy, Legal teams, and senior stakeholders; prepare incident reports
• Perform digital forensics and malware analysis on artefacts
• Contribute to 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:

• Minimum of five years’ experience in cybersecurity
• 3-5 years in Digital Forensics and managing complex Cyber Incident responses
• Experience in large, complex, federated organizations; understanding of public and private sector cyber defence
• Bachelor’s degree in related field or relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC)
• Attention to detail, analytical skills, problem-solving, critical thinking
• Cultural sensitivity and social flexibility
• Effective communication with technical and non-technical audiences
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude; security as an enabler for business growth
• Knowledge of SIEM tools and writing advanced hunting queries

Experience Needed:

• Managing serious Cyber Incidents as a Digital Forensic Incident Responder
• Working successfully within large, complex enterprise environments
• Understanding security monitoring, intrusion detection, prevention, and control systems
• Technical expertise in networks, malware analysis, 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 mission is to make tomorrow safer than today by ensuring the safety, compliance, and quality of products and services worldwide. We foster a collaborative environment that values growth, integrity, and excellence, contributing to a safer world.