Director, Incident Response

Reference: CV78546

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Incident Response to lead our incident response team and manage our organization's response to cybersecurity incidents. In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining our incident response strategy, ensuring that the organization is prepared to effectively respond to security breaches and other incidents. You will work closely with various departments, including IT, legal, and compliance, to coordinate incident response activities and ensure that appropriate measures are in place to mitigate risks and protect sensitive information.

Your primary duties will include overseeing the detection, analysis, and containment of security incidents, as well as conducting root cause analyses and post-incident reviews. You will lead training and awareness programs to ensure that all employees are familiar with incident reporting procedures and understand their roles in the incident response process. Additionally, you will collaborate with external stakeholders, such as law enforcement and regulatory agencies, to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of cybersecurity threats, and a proven track record of managing incident response teams in a high-pressure environment.

Qualifications for this role include a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, along with at least 7 years of experience in cybersecurity and incident response. A demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and effectively communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders is essential. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are highly preferred. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for cybersecurity and incident management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's security posture.

COMPETITIVE SALARY

Knutsford

Permanent

Added 25/11/2025
Reference: CV78546

Director, Incident Response

Knutsford
Permanent

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