Regional CERT Manager

Unilever Brazil; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational consumer goods company in Greater London is seeking a CERT Manager to lead their cyber security operations. This role requires a strategic leader with rich techno-managerial experience, responsible for incident management and team guidance. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in SOC technologies, malware analysis, and at least 8 years of experience in a global SOC. The organization promotes flexibility and diversity in its workforce.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Inclusive workplace

Diversity programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of enterprise experience in a global SOC domain.
• At least 3 years of people-management experience.
• Strong ethics, values, and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in cyber security operations.
• Own end-to-end Incident Management process.
• Lead cyber incident notifications and investigations.

Skills

SOC technologies: SIEM, EDR/XDR, SOAR

Malware analysis

Forensics

Network security

Scripting: Python, Perl, PowerShell

Collaboration with legal and compliance teams

Frameworks for incident response

GIAC Certifications

Certification in Azure, AWS, or GCP security

Job description

Please Note: The deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the job posting end date.

Job Title: CERT Manager Europe

Location: Kingston/Port sunlight

Work-Level: 2B/2C

Responsibilities

• Bring rich techno‑managerial experience in cyber security operations, provide strategic leadership, and engage hands‑on to guide the team for effective incident management.
• Own end‑to‑end Incident Management process, track KPIs and metrics to drive continual improvement and operational excellence within the region.
• Lead cyber incident notifications, containment, investigation, remediation, and communication; coordinate with external investigators/specialists in major incidents.
• Participate in discussions involving SOC capability projects and services for appropriate integration of technology and use‑cases, utilizing latest SOC technologies across various platforms for monitoring, alert triaging, and incident management.
• Manage stakeholder and vendor partner relationships, streamline RACI for effective support and service delivery for incident management.
• Serve as a leader and coach to the team, communicating complex cyber matters confidently and effectively to senior stakeholders in simple language.

Key Requirements (Education, Work Experience & Skills)

• Hands‑on experience with SOC technologies: SIEM, EDR/XDR, SOAR.
• Hands‑on experience in malware analysis, forensics and network security.
• Minimum 8 years of enterprise experience in a global SOC domain with at least 3 years of people‑management experience.
• Strong ethics, values, and excellent communication skills.
• Working knowledge of at least one scripting tool: Python, Perl, or PowerShell.
• Experience collaborating with legal, compliance, and business continuity teams during major incidents.
• Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST 800‑61, ISO 27035, or MITRE ATT&CK for incident response planning and execution.
• GIAC Certifications: GCFE/GCFA/GREM/GNFA/GCIA/GMON.
• Certification in Azure, AWS, or GCP security.

Notes

Please apply via this portal as e‑mail applications may not be processed and include your Future Fit Plan if possible.

By applying for this vacancy, you are confirming that you have made your Line Manager aware of your application and that you are at a point in your career with Unilever where it is appropriate for you to be applying for other positions.

Should you require additional information or reasonable adjustments to allow you to present your best self during this process, please contact your Talent Partner Anisha Kanani on [e-mail].

What we offer

Whilst the role is advertised on a full‑time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We strive to achieve a family‑friendly and inclusive workplace and, above all, create possibilities for all.

Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities and growing together for better business performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce, giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We are also more than happy to provide reasonable adjustments during our application and interview process to enable you to present your best self.

Relocation to the UK

Please be aware if you are applying for this role from outside the UK, if successful, your application will be treated as a self‑initiated Change Location Outside of Country (CLOC) transfer. This means any relocation costs must be self‑funded with the potential to reclaim some specific pre‑approved expenses up to £5,000. Please speak to your Talent Partner if you have any questions.