Senior Security Incident and SOC Manager Automotive Business

Evolution; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive firm in Luton seeks a Security Incident and SOC Manager to lead incident management and enhance security processes. The ideal candidate has strong operational security experience, excellent communication skills, and several years in Incident Management. Candidates will enjoy a flexible working environment with opportunities to influence and improve key practices. Join a team committed to inclusivity and success in an evolving automotive landscape.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in Incident Management or operational roles.
• Ability to act fast and decisively under pressure.
• Passion for building a world-class incident management function.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the e2e incident management process.
• Oversee definition of best practices and effective response structures.
• Coordinate cyber incident tracking resolution and response efforts.

Skills

Strong security operational background

Excellent communication skills

Natural problem-solver

Strategic mindset

Proficient in English

Education

Academic degree in a relevant field

Job description

Security Incident and SOC Manager

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the worlds largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. Our products can be found literally everywhere in society. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world.

In September of 2024 SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business with the objective to build two world‑leading businesses. The role you are applying for will be part of the automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market.

Are you passionate about security and thrive in high‑stakes situations? Do you want to lead incident management in a cutting‑edge and dynamic environment?

Join us as a Security Incident and SOC Manager in the Automotive Business.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of our e2e incident management process.
• Oversee definition of best practices and effective response structures by / with SOC.
• Collaborate closely with SOC to minimize and manage security incidents.
• Lead major incidents in real‑time while continuously improving processes.
• Coordinate cyber incident tracking resolution and response efforts.
• Enable SOC operational activities to monitor and analyse cyber threats with oversight.
• Drive the development and regular updates of incident response plans with advisory.
• Facilitate simulation activities, tabletop exercises and resilience activities.
• Ensure efficient recovery post‑incidents and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide training and guidance on incident response best practices.
• Enable CISO with comprehensive SOC reports for effective decision‑making.

Qualifications

• Strong security operational background in tech with experience in high‑stakes environments.
• Natural problem‑solver with the ability to act fast and decisively under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills to educate, inform and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Passion for building a world‑class incident management function and improving processes.
• Strategic mindset with a thorough security hands‑on approach when needed.
• Several years of experience in Incident Management or operational roles.
• Academic degree in a relevant field or equivalent working experience.
• Proficient in English both verbally and in written form.

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore we only focus on your experience, skills and potential. Come as you are, just be yourself. #weareSKF

Our offer

We offer an opportunity to make a difference in the Automotive Business working together with a highly motivated team that shares a mission to protect and secure as well as contribute to the greater good of the company. You will have considerable influence over how and when you work enjoying both freedom and responsibility to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.

Some additional information

Location: While the main SKF Automotive sites in EMEA are our preferred location for this position we are open to discussing other Automotive locations for the right candidate (with a general preference for the candidate to continue working at their local site).

This position is a global role and reports to CISO. For questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Stina Scheller, Recruitment Expert Automotive, by email. Please note that we do not accept applications via email.

Is this you

If the answer is yes please submit your application along with your CV in English by 5th of October 2025. We will be working with a running screening process.

At SKF we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country‑specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact the recruitment expert.

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Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1