Cyber Security Operations Lead

ICAEW; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday

Hybrid working

Gym discounts

Enhanced family leave

Wellbeing support

Volunteer day

Job summary

ICAEW in Milton Keynes is seeking a Cyber Security Operations Lead to join our team on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of £75,000 - £82,000 and a hybrid working pattern.

You will implement and maintain security technologies, configure platforms, develop detection and incident response processes, and work across cloud and on‑prem environments to protect critical information assets.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing security technologies including SIEM, endpoint protection, identity security, and vulnerability management tools.
• Configure and optimise security platforms to ensure effective monitoring and protection.
• Develop and maintain log ingestion pipelines and security telemetry across infrastructure and applications.
• Monitor security alerts and investigate anomalies or potential threats.
• Create operational processes for incident response, triage and remediation.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain security technologies including SIEM, endpoint protection, identity security, and vulnerability management tools.
• Configure and optimise security platforms to ensure effective monitoring and protection.
• Develop and maintain log ingestion pipelines and security telemetry across infrastructure and applications.
• Monitor security alerts and investigate anomalies or potential threats.
• Create operational processes for incident response, triage and remediation.
• CompTIA Security+
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) or GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Skills

SIEM tooling

Endpoint protection

Identity security

Vulnerability management

Threat detection & analysis

Incident response

Education

CompTIA Security+

GIAC GCIH or GCIA

CISSP

Job description

At The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW), you’ll be part of an organisation that’s shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do; creating an exciting, forward looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you’re looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape.

We’re looking for a Cyber Security Operations Lead to join our team in Milton Keynes on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of £75,000 - £82,000 and a hybrid working pattern.

What you will be doing;

• Implement and maintain security technologies including SIEM, endpoint protection, identity security, and vulnerability management tools.
• Configure and optimise security platforms to ensure effective monitoring and protection.
• Develop and maintain log ingestion pipelines and security telemetry across infrastructure and applications.
• Integrate security tools into cloud and on-premise environments.
• Develop and tune detection rules to identify suspicious activity across networks, systems, and user behaviour.
• Monitor security alerts and investigate anomalies or potential threats.
• Create operational processes for incident response, triage and remediation.

What you will need:

• Implement and maintain security technologies including SIEM, endpoint protection, identity security, and vulnerability management tools.
• Configure and optimise security platforms to ensure effective monitoring and protection.
• Develop and maintain log ingestion pipelines and security telemetry across infrastructure and applications.
• Monitor security alerts and investigate anomalies or potential threats.
• Create operational processes for incident response, triage and remediation.
• CompTIA Security+
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) or GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

(Full job description please see attached)

What you can expect from us:

We believe doing your best work starts with feeling supported both professionally and personally. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to give you flexibility, security, and peace of mind:

• Private Medical Insurance
• 24 days’ holiday, and the option to buy or sell extra days
• Flexible and hybrid working to help you find the right balance
• Everyday savings through gym discounts, travel loans, and retail perks
• Enhanced family leave, including up to 6 months on full pay
• Ongoing wellbeing support, including access to CABA
• A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you

It’s all part of creating an environment where you can thrive, in work and beyond. For a full overview of our benefits package please see below.

Additional Information

Who We Are

Diversity & Inclusion

Governance

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive enough suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.