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We are seeking an experienced Security Operations Centre Manager to lead the effective delivery of a 24-hour security monitoring and incident response function. This is a key leadership role responsible for protecting people, property, information and operational continuity across a complex environment.

You will manage the day-to-day performance of the Security Operations Centre, ensuring that monitoring, access control, alarm response, CCTV, incident management and emergency procedures are delivered to consistently high standards. You will establish clear operating procedures, oversee shift coverage and ensure that incidents are assessed, escalated and resolved promptly and professionally.

Working closely with internal teams, external security partners and relevant emergency services, you will coordinate responses to security threats and support the investigation of incidents. You will maintain accurate records, produce regular performance and risk reports, and identify trends that can inform preventative action and continuous improvement.

The role will include responsibility for recruiting, coaching and developing security personnel, as well as setting objectives and monitoring performance. You will promote a strong culture of vigilance, professionalism and customer service, ensuring that all colleagues understand their responsibilities and operate in line with relevant policies, legislation and industry standards.

The successful candidate will have substantial experience managing a security operations, control room or similar function, ideally within a large, complex or high-risk environment. You should have a strong understanding of physical security, incident response, risk assessment, business continuity and the effective use of security systems and technology.

Excellent communication, decision-making and organisational skills are essential, together with the confidence to remain calm under pressure and make sound judgements during evolving incidents. Experience of managing teams across rotating shifts, working with third-party providers and delivering service improvements would be highly advantageous. Relevant security qualifications and a commitment to ongoing professional development are desirable.

We are seeking an experienced Security Operations Centre (SOC) Manager to lead and develop a high-performing cyber security operations function in London. You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day monitoring, detection, investigation and response to security incidents across a complex technology environment. Working closely with IT, risk, compliance and business stakeholders, you will ensure that threats are identified quickly, managed effectively and communicated clearly.

Your responsibilities will include managing and mentoring SOC analysts, setting objectives and supporting professional development; maintaining effective shift patterns and operational coverage; and establishing procedures for incident response, escalation, threat hunting and security event management. You will oversee the use and optimisation of SIEM, SOAR, EDR and vulnerability management platforms, ensuring that monitoring rules, playbooks and detection capabilities remain aligned with the evolving threat landscape. You will also produce meaningful operational reports and metrics for senior stakeholders, including incident trends, service performance, response times and areas for improvement.

The successful candidate will have substantial experience managing a SOC, security operations or a related cyber security function, together with a strong understanding of incident response, threat intelligence, security monitoring and defensive technologies. Experience leading teams in a 24/7 environment, managing third-party security providers and contributing to security transformation programmes is highly desirable. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC or equivalent would be advantageous. You should be an effective communicator and people leader, capable of making sound decisions under pressure, balancing operational priorities and translating technical risk into clear business language. A proactive approach, strong analytical skills and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Security Operations Centre (SOC) Manager to lead and develop a high-performing security operations function based in London. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the organisation’s capability to detect, investigate and respond to cyber threats across a complex technology environment. You will provide strategic direction while remaining close enough to operational delivery to ensure effective monitoring, rapid incident response and continual improvement of security controls.

You will manage SOC personnel, processes and technology, including security information and event management, endpoint detection and response, threat intelligence, vulnerability monitoring and incident management. Responsibilities will include setting operational standards, defining service levels and performance measures, managing escalations, and ensuring that incidents are accurately investigated, contained and resolved. You will lead post-incident reviews, develop playbooks and response procedures, and promote the use of automation, analytics and threat-led defence. The role will also involve managing third-party security providers, budgets and delivery plans, as well as ensuring appropriate staffing, training and professional development across the team.

The successful candidate will have substantial experience managing a SOC, cyber defence or security incident response function within a large, regulated or complex organisation. You will bring strong knowledge of modern attack techniques, security monitoring, digital forensics, threat intelligence, cloud security and recognised security frameworks such as NIST or ISO 27001. Relevant professional certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC or equivalent, would be advantageous. Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder-management skills are essential, together with the ability to explain technical risk clearly to senior audiences and work effectively with technology, risk, compliance and business teams. A pragmatic, collaborative approach and a genuine commitment to building resilient security operations are key to success.