Overview
At FCDO Services we protect the UK’s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and more. Our Technology and Operations team delivers best‑in‑class solutions for clients, helping to shape a data‑driven future for UK government. You will join a team focused on leading and supporting innovative, secure digital solutions and services.
Help to keep the UK safe in this unique leadership role.
Responsibilities
* Lead Cyber Responder: manage, coach and mentor the team that identifies and analyses security incidents, develop incident recovery plans and provide security consultancy to the organisation and other customers.
* Lead on threat intelligence, implement pre‑emptive measures, and perform post‑incident reviews to mitigate future issues.
* Use latest tools to investigate and recover from cyber security incidents in servers, laptops and other complex software systems and infrastructures; conduct checks to monitor compliance with incident response and recovery plans.
* Make recommendations on the potential business impact of vulnerabilities and promote security awareness across the organisation.
* Take responsibility for the performance of a Senior Incident Responder and oversee the work of a Practitioner Incident Responder.
* Support a 24/7 on‑call service with colleagues to investigate and remedy cyber security issues that arise.
* Contribute to the professional development of the team through guidance, knowledge sharing and collaborative learning.
Qualifications
* Incident management, investigation and response certifications such as CySA+, ECIH, GCIH, GCIA, GFCA, CRIA or their equivalents; cybersecurity accreditations such as CISSP, CISM or CISA are desirable.
* Some people management experience and practical knowledge of information risk assessment and risk management; understanding of threat intelligence and assessment.
* Ability to monitor threat compliance, testing of controls, manipulate and interpret data, and produce clear technical documentation is a plus.
* Desirable familiarity with leading security tools and frameworks for incident response and forensic analysis.
Benefits and Security
Discover the support you need to grow your career. Competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and Civil Service Pension. Access to training and other development opportunities, with on‑site gym, nursery, café and restaurant. Benefits include interest‑free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you travel.
Security and Vetting
All colleagues must be security cleared before joining. Successful applicants will undergo a vetting process to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance.
How to Learn More
For more about our benefits and organisation, please visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk. It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world; we are committed to being an inclusive, Disability Confident and Carer Confident employer.
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