Cyber Security Operations Lead

Company: Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales
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Location: Milton Keynes
Job Description:

Job description

At The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW), you’ll be part of an organisation that’s shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do; creating an exciting, forward looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you’re looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape.

Cyber Security Operations Lead to join our team in Milton Keynes on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of £75,000 – £82,000 and a hybrid working pattern of 2 days in the office.

What you will be doing

  • Implement and maintain security technologies including SIEM, endpoint protection, identity security, and vulnerability management tools.
  • Configure and optimise security platforms to ensure effective monitoring and protection.
  • Develop and maintain log ingestion pipelines and security telemetry across infrastructure and applications.
  • Integrate security tools into cloud and on-premise environments.
  • Develop and tune detection rules to identify suspicious activity across networks, systems, and user behaviour.
  • Monitor security alerts and investigate anomalies or potential threats.
  • Create operational processes for incident response, triage and remediation.

What you will need

  • Implement and maintain security technologies including SIEM, endpoint protection, identity security, and vulnerability management tools.
  • Configure and optimise security platforms to ensure effective monitoring and protection.
  • Develop and maintain log ingestion pipelines and security telemetry across infrastructure and applications.
  • Monitor security alerts and investigate anomalies or potential threats.
  • Create operational processes for incident response, triage and remediation.
  • CompTIA Security+
  • GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) or GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

What you can expect from us

We believe doing your best work starts with feeling supported both professionally and personally. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to give you flexibility, security, and peace of mind:

  • A generous 9% pension
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Life assurance at 4x your salary
  • 24 days’ holiday, and the option to buy or sell extra days
  • Flexible and hybrid working to help you find the right balance
  • Everyday savings through gym discounts, travel loans, and retail perks
  • Enhanced family leave, including up to 6 months on full pay
  • Ongoing wellbeing support, including access to CABA
  • A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you

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Posted: July 6th, 2026