Job title: Global Cyber Operations Lead
Location: Kingswood, Surrey (3 days per week on-site minimum)
Contract length: 6 months
Are you looking to join a significant global financial services organisation committed to building better futures?
Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services is currently seeking a Global Cyber Operations Lead to join a collaborative and diverse global team, acting as a key face for the function within the Kingswood office. This is a critical, high-impact role for an experienced Cyber Security Operations leader.
You will act as the operational deputy to the Head of Global Cyber Operations, providing leadership for the day-to-day running of our global cyber defence capabilities. The organisation operates across a complex, multi-regional regulatory landscape, requiring a structured, confident and deeply experienced operational leader. This role is a key bridge within the leadership structure and offers a potential pathway into a permanent position.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide hands-on operational leadership across the Global Cyber Defence Operations team, ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery across all regions
* Own the global Security Operations Centre (SOC) performance, driving operational metrics, service quality, and continuous improvement
* Lead the execution and coordination of major cyber incident response activities under pressure
* Establish robust operational governance, reporting, audit readiness, and control assurance globally.
* Manage accountability and performance for third-party SOC and Managed Detection and Response (MDR) providers
* Mentor and develop senior managers, supporting capability growth and succession planning within the function
Essential Skills & Experience
* Extensive, hands-on experience leading large-scale cyber security operations, including SOC and Incident Response
* Demonstrated ability to manage and respond to significant, complex cyber incidents
* Proven experience driving operational performance using metrics, structured governance and detailed reporting
* Experience managing and assuring performance of outsourced or third-party security services
* Strong confidence and conviction in decision-making, especially during high-pressure situations
* A background that showcases continual learning and growth, with exceptional attention to detail
* Deep understanding of the regulatory environment, risk management and the Three Lines of Defence model
If you are a results-oriented leader who can influence stakeholders, operate across tactical and strategic levels, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.