Detection & Automation Lead – Cyber Security
Location: Hybrid – West London
Salary: £95,000 + 35% Bonus + Excellent Benefits
We’re hiring a Detection & Automation Lead for a global organisation undergoing major transformation in cyber security. This is a greenfield position for someone who thrives in strategy, engineering, and automation.
As part of a forward-thinking Security Operations team, you’ll play a critical role in designing and implementing scalable detection and response capabilities, integrating with a newly selected MSSP, and laying the groundwork for future internal capability expansion.
Responsibilities include:
* Designing and implementing SOC process automation to reduce manual effort in alert triage, response, and reporting
* Integrating security tools (SIEM, SOAR, firewalls, etc.)
* Creating automated playbooks to ensure consistent and swift IR workflows
* Collaborating with SOC analysts, engineers, and third-party vendors to identify automation opportunities
* Defining SLAs, KPIs, and operational procedures with the MSSP
* Developing a business case for an internal SOC team as part of long-term strategy
Ideal candidate:
* Has experience in SOC engineering, IR automation, or security operations tooling
* Hands-on experience with integrating and automating various security platforms
* Ability to define and document workflows, metrics, and operational models
* Experience working with MSSPs and multi-vendor environments
* Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with leadership qualities
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