SOC Duty Manager - DV Cleared (Onsite, Milton Keynes)

Certes; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 129,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Certes in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced SOC Duty Manager to join a high-profile operational command function in a critical security environment. You will act as the on-shift operational commander, leading incident response activities and making real-time decisions to maintain the single operational picture.

Ideal candidates have DV Level Security Clearance, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate multiple teams during high-pressure events.

Qualifications

• DV Level Security Clearance is essential.
• Proven experience leading operational teams in 24/7 mission-critical environments.
• Strong incident command and crisis management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary on-shift operational decision-maker during live incidents.
• Lead integrated incident response across multiple operational teams.
• Maintain command and control from incident identification to resolution.
• Ensure a single, accurate operational picture at all times.
• Coordinate activities across SOC, NOC, and other security disciplines.

Skills

Operational leadership

Incident command

Crisis management

Stakeholder coordination

Decision making under pressure

Communication skills

Job description

Certes in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced SOC Duty Manager to join a high-profile operational command function in a critical security environment. You will act as the on-shift operational commander, leading incident response activities and making real-time decisions to maintain the single operational picture.

Ideal candidates have DV Level Security Clearance, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate multiple teams during high-pressure events.