Cyber Security Incident Response Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Stevenage; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Managed Security Service Provider in the UK is looking for a Senior Cyber Security Incident Responder. In this high-impact role, you'll take ownership of incident response engagements, lead investigations, and engage with clients directly during cyber breaches. Ideal for experienced candidates with strong incident response skills wishing to shape a growing function within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading full-cycle incident response.
• Strong technical communication skills required.
• Familiarity with security frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.

Responsibilities

• Lead incident response investigations and containment.
• Communicate with clients during live cyber incidents.
• Produce reports with root cause analysis and recommendations.

Skills

Leading full-cycle incident response operations

Handling breached customer communications

Technical writing for post-incident reports

Understanding of security frameworks

Education

Eligibility for UK Security Clearance

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

CrowdStrike

Defender

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.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead end-to-end incident response investigations and containment efforts
2. Communicate directly with clients during live cyber incidents, offering reassurance and expert guidance
3. Produce detailed incident reports with root cause analysis and actionable recommendations
4. Perform forensic and log analysis using SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and other security tools
5. Collaborate across teams to enhance response playbooks and internal processes
6. Stay informed on emerging threats and tactics to strengthen response strategies

Skills/Must have:

1. Proven experience leading full-cycle incident response operations
2. Comfortable handling breached customer communications under high-pressure situations
3. Expertise with industry tools such as Microsoft Sentinel, CrowdStrike, Defender, or equivalent
4. Strong technical writing skills for producing post-incident reports
5. Understanding of security frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, or similar
6. Eligibility for UK Security Clearance

Additional Details:

• Remote role
• Monday to Friday schedule
• High-impact position with autonomy and visibility