Cyber Security Incident Response Consultant

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Managed Security Service Provider in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Incident Responder to manage high-impact incident response cases. This role offers autonomy and visibility while working directly with clients facing cyber breaches, requiring proven expertise in incident response operations and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading incident response operations.
• Expertise in handling customer communications during breaches.
• Familiarity with security frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK and NIST.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end incident response investigations.
• Communicate directly with clients during incidents.
• Produce detailed incident reports with recommendations.

Skills

Incident response operations

Client communication

Technical writing

Forensic analysis

Root cause analysis

Understanding of security frameworks

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

CrowdStrike

Defender

Job description

Cyber Security Incident Response Consultant, edinburgh

Client:

Location:

edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Cyber Security Incident Responder

Role:

A leading Managed Security Service Provider is expanding its team and is hiring a Senior Incident Responder. This is a dedicated incident response position focused on managing high-impact cases and directly supporting clients experiencing cyber breaches.

This is an opportunity to take full ownership of incident response engagements, work directly with customers under pressure, and shape a growing IR function within a well-established MSSP. If you’ve led major incidents and want to step into a visible, high-trust role, this is it.

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Responsibilities:

Lead end-to-end incident response investigations and containment efforts

Communicate directly with clients during live cyber incidents, offering reassurance and expert guidance

Produce detailed incident reports with root cause analysis and actionable recommendations

Perform forensic and log analysis using SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and other security tools

Collaborate across teams to enhance response playbooks and internal processes

Stay informed on emerging threats and tactics to strengthen response strategies

Skills/Must have:

Proven experience leading full-cycle incident response operations

Comfortable handling breached customer communications under high-pressure situations

Expertise with industry tools such as Microsoft Sentinel, CrowdStrike, Defender, or equivalent

Strong technical writing skills for producing post-incident reports

Understanding of security frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, or similar

Eligibility for UK Security Clearance

Remote role

Monday to Friday schedule

High-impact position with autonomy and visibility

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Created on 31/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom