An experienced SOC Manager is required to lead and develop a high-performing Security Operations Centre within a complex... Read more
An experienced SOC Manager is required to lead and develop a high-performing Security Operations Centre within a complex and continually evolving environment. This is a key leadership position, responsible for ensuring the effective detection, investigation and response to cyber security threats while maintaining a strong focus on service quality, operational resilience and continuous improvement.
You will manage day-to-day SOC operations, overseeing security monitoring, incident response, threat hunting, vulnerability management and the effective use of security information and event management technologies. You will establish and maintain robust processes, playbooks and escalation procedures, ensuring that incidents are assessed and resolved promptly in line with agreed service levels. The role will also involve reviewing security events, identifying trends and providing clear, accurate reporting to senior stakeholders.
Leading and developing a team of security analysts, you will set objectives, support professional development and promote a collaborative, accountable culture. You will work closely with infrastructure, technology, risk and compliance teams to strengthen defensive capabilities, improve controls and coordinate responses to significant incidents. You will also contribute to security strategy, operational planning, audit activity and the selection or implementation of relevant tools and services.
The successful candidate will have proven experience managing a SOC or comparable cyber security operations function, together with strong knowledge of incident management, threat intelligence, SIEM platforms, endpoint protection and network security. Experience of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST or CIS is desirable, as is an understanding of relevant regulatory and data protection requirements. Professional qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC or equivalent experience would be advantageous.
You will be a confident people leader and communicator, able to translate technical risks into practical recommendations for a range of audiences. A structured approach, sound judgement and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential. This role offers the opportunity to shape operational security capability, lead meaningful improvements and make a significant contribution to organisational resilience.
Read lessLondon, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking a Technology Risk and Controls Manager at Senior Associate level to support the effective management... Read more
We are seeking a Technology Risk and Controls Manager at Senior Associate level to support the effective management of technology risk, governance and internal controls across a complex, highly regulated environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced risk professional to work with technology, cyber security, operations, compliance and audit stakeholders, helping to strengthen the control framework and promote a resilient, well-governed technology landscape.
The role will involve identifying, assessing and monitoring technology risks, ensuring that appropriate controls are designed, documented, implemented and tested. You will lead risk and control assessments, review control effectiveness, track remediation activity and provide clear reporting to senior management and relevant governance forums. Responsibilities will include supporting risk and control self-assessments, coordinating internal and external audit activity, overseeing issues and action plans, and challenging control owners where required. You will also contribute to the development of policies, standards, procedures and management information, while helping to embed consistent risk management practices across technology teams.
The successful candidate will have substantial experience in technology risk, IT controls, technology assurance, cyber risk or a related discipline, ideally gained within a regulated or complex organisation. You should have a strong understanding of risk and control frameworks, governance principles, audit methodologies and common technology risks, including access management, change management, operational resilience, third-party risk, incident management and data protection. Relevant professional qualifications or certifications, such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, CISM or equivalent experience, would be advantageous. Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills are essential, along with the ability to translate technical issues into clear business risks and practical recommendations. You will be organised, confident when influencing senior stakeholders and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a changing environment.
Read lessLondon, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Manager to oversee the operation, development and continuous improvement of a... Read more
We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Manager to oversee the operation, development and continuous improvement of a Security Operations Centre. This role will provide strategic and operational leadership across cyber defence, ensuring the effective detection, investigation and response to security threats in a complex and evolving environment. You will manage a team of security analysts and specialists, promote a strong culture of collaboration and accountability, and ensure that security operations align with organisational risk appetite, regulatory requirements and business priorities.
Key responsibilities will include setting the SOC operating model, defining processes and performance standards, and managing day-to-day monitoring, triage, incident response and threat-hunting activities. You will oversee the use and optimisation of SIEM, SOAR, EDR and other security tooling, ensuring that detection rules, playbooks and intelligence are regularly reviewed and improved. The role will lead major incident coordination, root-cause analysis and post-incident reviews, while maintaining clear escalation procedures and accurate reporting. You will also manage relationships with internal technology teams, risk and compliance functions, and external security service providers. Additional duties will include developing team capability, supporting recruitment and performance management, managing budgets, and presenting security metrics, risks and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
The successful candidate will have significant experience leading a SOC, CSIRT or comparable cyber security operations function, together with a strong understanding of security monitoring, incident management, threat intelligence and vulnerability management. Professional experience with modern security platforms and operational frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, NIST or ISO 27001 is expected. Relevant industry certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC or equivalent, would be advantageous. You will be an assured people leader and communicator, capable of making sound decisions under pressure and translating complex technical issues into clear business impacts. A proactive, analytical and continuous-improvement mindset is essential, along with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
Read lessBristol, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Manager to oversee the effective operation and continuous development of a... Read more
We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Manager to oversee the effective operation and continuous development of a Security Operations Centre. This role will provide strategic and operational leadership across security monitoring, threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management and cyber threat intelligence. You will lead a team of security analysts and engineers, ensuring that the SOC delivers timely, accurate and actionable outcomes while maintaining a strong service-oriented approach to internal stakeholders and customers.
Key responsibilities will include setting SOC objectives, developing operating procedures and establishing measurable performance standards. You will manage the monitoring and response lifecycle, ensuring alerts are investigated, incidents are contained and root-cause analysis is completed. The role will oversee the use and optimisation of SIEM, SOAR, EDR and other security technologies, working with technical teams to improve detection coverage, automation and response capability. You will also coordinate major incident management, lead post-incident reviews and provide clear reporting on risk, trends, service performance and emerging threats to senior leadership.
The successful candidate will have substantial experience managing a SOC or comparable cyber security function, together with a strong understanding of security operations, incident response frameworks, threat intelligence and security architecture. Experience leading, coaching and developing technical teams is essential, as is the ability to manage suppliers, budgets, projects and competing priorities. Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC or equivalent are desirable. You should be an excellent communicator who can translate complex technical issues into clear business impacts, make sound decisions under pressure and build effective relationships across technical and non-technical teams. A proactive approach to continuous improvement, strong analytical skills and a commitment to maintaining high standards of confidentiality and integrity are essential.
Read lessBirmingham, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership for a modern Security... Read more
We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership for a modern Security Operations Centre. This role will be responsible for ensuring the effective detection, investigation and response to cyber threats across a complex technology environment. You will lead a team of security analysts and incident responders, promote a culture of continuous improvement, and ensure that security monitoring capabilities align with business risk and regulatory expectations.
Your responsibilities will include managing day-to-day SOC operations, defining and monitoring service-level objectives, and overseeing the development of use cases, alert triage processes and incident response playbooks. You will coordinate the investigation and containment of security incidents, lead post-incident reviews, and provide clear updates to senior stakeholders. The role will also involve managing relationships with internal technology teams and external security partners, supporting threat intelligence activities, and identifying opportunities to improve automation, detection engineering and operational resilience. You will contribute to security strategy, budget planning, audit activity and the implementation of recognised security frameworks and controls.
Applicants should have significant experience managing a SOC, CSIRT or comparable cyber security operations function, together with a strong understanding of security monitoring, SIEM, SOAR, endpoint detection and response, vulnerability management and cloud security. Experience leading incident response in a complex environment and working with outsourced or hybrid SOC models would be advantageous. You will be an effective people leader with a proven ability to coach technical specialists, manage priorities and communicate complex risks clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Relevant professional certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC or equivalent, are desirable. A proactive, analytical and collaborative approach is essential.
Read lessManchester, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Manager to oversee the effective operation, continuous improvement, and strategic development... Read more
We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Manager to oversee the effective operation, continuous improvement, and strategic development of a Security Operations Centre. This role will lead a team of security analysts and engineers responsible for monitoring, detecting, investigating, and responding to cyber threats across a complex technology environment. You will establish clear operational standards, maintain high-quality security monitoring, and ensure incidents are handled efficiently in line with defined procedures and service levels.
Key responsibilities will include managing day-to-day SOC activities, developing and refining incident response processes, and coordinating the investigation and containment of security events. You will oversee the use of SIEM, SOAR, EDR, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management tools, ensuring these capabilities deliver accurate and actionable outcomes. The role will also involve producing meaningful security metrics and reports, supporting audits and regulatory requirements, leading post-incident reviews, and driving improvements in detection engineering, playbooks, automation, and operational resilience. You will work closely with infrastructure, engineering, risk, compliance, and senior leadership teams to communicate threats and strengthen the organisation’s overall security posture.
The successful candidate will have substantial experience managing or leading a SOC, cyber defence, or incident response function, together with strong knowledge of security operations, threat detection, digital forensics, and recognised incident response frameworks. Experience with SIEM and automated response technologies, security monitoring across cloud and on-premises environments, and the development of SOC performance measures is essential. Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent are desirable. You should be an confident people leader who can develop technical talent, manage priorities during high-pressure incidents, and communicate complex security matters clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. A proactive, analytical, and collaborative approach is essential, alongside a commitment to continuous improvement and effective risk management.
Read lessBedford, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation, performance and continuous improvement of... Read more
We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation, performance and continuous improvement of a security operations centre. This is a senior leadership role responsible for directing analysts, coordinating incident response and ensuring that security monitoring capabilities effectively protect critical systems, applications and data. You will establish clear operational priorities, maintain high service standards and act as a trusted point of contact for stakeholders across technology, risk and business functions.
Key responsibilities will include leading and developing a multidisciplinary SOC team, managing shift coverage and workload allocation, and creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous learning. You will oversee the detection, investigation, escalation and resolution of security incidents, ensuring that procedures are consistently followed and lessons learned are incorporated into future improvements. The role will also involve defining and monitoring operational metrics, developing reporting for senior leadership, managing security tooling and supporting the tuning of SIEM, SOAR, endpoint and threat intelligence capabilities. You will contribute to incident response exercises, threat hunting, vulnerability management and the development of playbooks, processes and governance controls.
The successful candidate will have significant experience managing a SOC or comparable cyber security operations function, together with a strong understanding of security monitoring, incident response, threat detection and operational risk management. Experience leading technical teams in a complex environment and working with internal and external stakeholders is essential. You should be confident making decisions during high-pressure incidents, communicating clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences, and using data to drive service improvements. Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent are desirable. A practical, strategic and people-focused approach, along with a commitment to maintaining current knowledge of emerging threats and industry best practice, will be highly valued.
Read lessGuildford, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Manager to oversee the effective operation and continuous development of a... Read more
We are seeking an experienced Lead SOC Manager to oversee the effective operation and continuous development of a Security Operations Centre. This role will provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership across cyber defence, incident response, threat monitoring and security event management. You will lead a team of security analysts and engineers, ensuring 24/7 monitoring capabilities, consistent operational standards and timely responses to potential threats. The successful candidate will act as a senior point of escalation during significant incidents and will work closely with technology, risk, compliance and business stakeholders to strengthen the organisation’s security posture.
Key responsibilities will include managing SOC processes, procedures and service performance; developing and maintaining incident response, threat detection and vulnerability management capabilities; and improving the use of SIEM, SOAR, EDR and other security technologies. You will establish and monitor operational metrics, service-level objectives and reporting for senior leadership, while identifying opportunities to automate processes and improve detection quality. The role will also involve coordinating investigations, leading post-incident reviews, overseeing third-party security service providers and ensuring that controls align with relevant legal, regulatory and industry requirements. You will support security exercises, threat-hunting initiatives, audit activity and the ongoing development of resilience and response plans.
Applicants should have substantial experience managing a SOC, cyber defence function or similarly complex security operations environment, together with a strong understanding of security monitoring, incident response, threat intelligence and risk management. Experience leading technical teams, managing suppliers and delivering operational change is essential. Professional qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC or equivalent are desirable, as is familiarity with recognised frameworks including NIST, MITRE ATT&CK and ISO 27001. Strong communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills are required, along with the ability to remain calm and effective during high-pressure incidents. This is an opportunity to shape a mature security capability and make a measurable impact on organisational resilience.
Read lessLeeds, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking a Digital Identity Associate Manager to support the design, delivery and continuous improvement of digital... Read more
We are seeking a Digital Identity Associate Manager to support the design, delivery and continuous improvement of digital identity services across a complex, customer-focused environment. This role will help shape identity and access management capabilities that enable secure, seamless experiences for customers, employees and partners. You will work closely with product, technology, security, compliance and operations teams to translate business needs into practical identity solutions, while ensuring that security, privacy and usability remain at the centre of every decision.
Your responsibilities will include supporting the digital identity roadmap, coordinating initiatives across multiple workstreams and helping to prioritise enhancements based on customer needs, risk and business value. You will contribute to the development of authentication, authorisation, identity verification, consent, account recovery and access management journeys. The role will involve gathering and documenting requirements, analysing user and operational data, supporting solution design, managing risks and dependencies, and tracking delivery against agreed outcomes. You will also help establish effective governance, monitor service performance and identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and customer experience. Clear communication with senior stakeholders and the ability to explain technical or regulatory matters in an accessible way will be essential.
The successful candidate will have experience in digital identity, identity and access management, cybersecurity, digital product delivery or a closely related field. You should understand concepts such as authentication methods, federation, privileged access, identity proofing, data protection and relevant security principles. Experience working with agile delivery methods, APIs, cloud-based services and third-party technology providers would be advantageous. We are looking for someone who is organised, analytical and comfortable managing competing priorities in a collaborative environment. You will be expected to demonstrate sound judgement, attention to detail and a strong commitment to customer privacy, security and inclusive digital experiences.
Read lessLondon, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking an experienced SOC Manager to lead and develop a high-performing Security Operations Centre within a... Read more
We are seeking an experienced SOC Manager to lead and develop a high-performing Security Operations Centre within a complex, fast-paced environment. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for ensuring the effective detection, investigation and response to cyber threats across the organisation. You will provide strategic direction while remaining close enough to operational activity to drive consistently high standards in monitoring, incident management and threat intelligence.
Key responsibilities will include managing and mentoring SOC analysts, establishing clear performance objectives and building a culture of continuous improvement. You will oversee security monitoring, alert triage, incident response, escalation procedures and post-incident reviews, ensuring that threats are handled quickly and effectively. The role will also involve developing and maintaining SOC processes, playbooks, operating procedures and service metrics, as well as working closely with infrastructure, cloud, engineering, risk and compliance teams. You will support the selection and optimisation of SIEM, SOAR, EDR and other security technologies, helping to improve automation, visibility and operational resilience. Regular reporting to senior stakeholders will be required, including updates on incidents, trends, risk exposure and service performance.
Applicants should have substantial experience managing a SOC or equivalent security operations function, with a strong understanding of security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management and threat detection. Experience leading technical teams, managing suppliers and delivering security improvements in enterprise or regulated environments is highly desirable. You should be confident communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences and be capable of making sound decisions during high-pressure incidents. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, SANS or equivalent qualifications would be advantageous. In return, this role offers a salary of £90,000 or more, alongside the opportunity to shape security operations, influence organisational resilience and lead a talented team through an important period of growth and transformation.
Read lessLondon, England, United KingdomPermanent
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