Cyber Security Incident Responder, Milton Keynes
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Cyber Security Incident Responder (IR) to join our dynamic team. The role involves maintaining the security and resilience of Element’s digital infrastructure by managing cyber incidents effectively. This is a unique opportunity to be a key member of our Cyber Defence team, developing a 24/7 operational cyber defence capability. Experience in Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) is preferred.
This position requires on-call work and overtime during serious cyber attacks. Location in the UK is flexible.
Responsibilities:
* Build and enhance Element’s IR capability, implementing best practices aligned with industry frameworks like NIST and SANS.
* Lead cyber incident management, conduct investigations, determine root causes, impacts, and remediation steps.
* Collaborate with IT, Privacy, Legal teams, and senior stakeholders; prepare incident reports.
* Conduct post-incident reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Perform digital forensics and malware analysis to assess incident impact.
* Contribute to developing cyber defence metrics and KPIs.
* Stay updated on cyber threats and security technologies.
* Develop relationships with external stakeholders such as law enforcement and cybersecurity vendors.
Key Skills:
* At least five years’ experience in cybersecurity.
* 3-5 years in digital forensics and managing complex cyber incident responses.
* Experience in large, federated organizations and understanding of cyber defence in both public and private sectors.
* Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC) are desirable.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, especially under pressure.
* Cultural sensitivity and social flexibility in a global environment.
* Effective communication skills for engaging with senior staff and non-technical audiences.
* Self-motivated with a positive attitude, believing security enables business growth.
* Knowledge of SIEM tools and developing advanced hunting queries.
Experience Needed:
* Extensive experience managing serious cyber incidents as a digital forensic responder.
* Proven success working within large, complex enterprise environments.
* Understanding of security monitoring tools, intrusion detection, and prevention systems.
* Technical expertise in networks, malware analysis, and digital forensics.
* Effective communication with senior stakeholders.
Company Overview
Element is a rapidly growing testing, inspection, and certification company with over 9,000 employees across 270 sites in 30 countries. Our purpose is to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’ by ensuring products and services are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose.
We foster a collaborative environment, empowering our employees to develop their careers and rewarding excellence and integrity. Our work plays a vital role in creating a safer world.
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