Cyber Security Incident Responder

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in testing, inspection, and certification seeks an enthusiastic Cyber Security Incident Responder to enhance their digital resilience. The role involves managing cyber incidents, conducting investigations, and collaborating across teams to improve their cyber defence capabilities, requiring significant experience in the cybersecurity sector.

Qualifications

• At least five years in cybersecurity, with 3-5 years in Digital Forensics.
• Experience in large, complex enterprise environments.
• Understanding of security monitoring and intrusion detection.

Responsibilities

• Build and coordinate cyber incident response capability.
• Lead investigations into cyber incidents and communicate findings.
• Collaborate with internal teams and provide incident reports.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

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

Tools

SIEM tools

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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 and growing team. The role involves maintaining the security and resilience of Element’s digital infrastructure by managing cyber incidents. This is a key role in Cyber Defence, working with stakeholders 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 support during serious cyber attacks. Location in the UK is flexible.

Responsibilities:

• Build Element’s IR capability, implementing best practices aligned with industry frameworks like NIST and SANS.
• Govern and coordinate cyber incidents, acting as the lead incident manager and technical authority. Conduct investigations to identify root causes, impacts, and remediation steps.
• Collaborate with IT, Privacy, Legal teams, and senior stakeholders. Provide incident status reports and conduct post-incident reviews for continuous improvement.
• 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 to enhance incident response.
• Develop relationships with external agencies and vendors for information sharing and collaboration.

Key Skills:

• At least five years in cybersecurity, with 3-5 years in Digital Forensics and managing complex cyber incidents.
• Experience in large, federated organizations, understanding 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 under pressure.
• Cultural sensitivity and social flexibility in a global environment.
• Effective communication skills, capable of conveying complex info to non-technical audiences.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude, supporting business growth through security.
• Knowledge of SIEM tools and advanced hunting query development.

Experience Needed:

• Extensive experience managing serious cyber incidents as a digital forensic responder.
• Proven success in large, complex enterprise environments.
• Understanding of security monitoring, intrusion detection, prevention, and control 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 product safety, compliance, and quality from R&D to production. We foster a collaborative environment that empowers career growth and rewards integrity. Our work impacts industries worldwide, playing a vital role in creating a safer world.