Incident Response Manager

Company: Explore Group
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Location: Birmingham
Job Description:

Incident Response Manager

Our client is a forward‑thinking organisation seeking a highly skilled Incident Response Manager to strengthen their security posture. This is a hybrid role based in the Midlands, offering the chance to lead cyber incident response and contribute to wider security operations.

The Role:

You will be responsible for managing cybersecurity incidents end‑to‑end, ensuring rapid detection, containment, and recovery. Beyond incident management, you will play a key role in security operations, supporting continuous improvement across monitoring, threat intelligence, and operational resilience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and coordinate response to cyber incidents, including investigation, containment, remediation, and post‑incident reporting.
  • Develop, maintain, and test incident response plans and playbooks.
  • Collaborate with SOC and security teams to enhance monitoring, detection, and operational capabilities.
  • Conduct post‑incident reviews and implement lessons learned.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior security operations staff.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Candidate Requirements:

  • Proven experience in incident response within a cyber security context.
  • Solid background in security operations (SOC, threat monitoring, vulnerability management).
  • Experience with incident detection and response tools (SIEM, EDR, SOAR).
  • Knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS).
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional office attendance.
  • Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, GCIH, GCIA, GCFA) advantageous.

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Posted: July 8th, 2026