Cyber Security Incident Responder

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.

Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.

WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.

Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

Why we're hiring:

WPP is at the forefront of the marketing and advertising industry's largest transformation. Our Global CIO is leading a significant evolution of our Enterprise Technology capabilities, bringing together over 2,500 technology professionals into an integrated global team. This team will play a crucial role in enabling the ongoing transformation of our agencies and functions.

The Cyber Incident Responder will be responsible for managing the organisation’s response to all severity levels (Sev 1-4) of security incidents. The role involves leading the investigation, recovery, and follow-up of security incidents, allocated based on time of day, business area, and the individual’s skills and experience. The responder will work closely with the team to ensure timely recovery from security incidents and collaborate with other departments to implement processes, procedures, and technologies to prevent future occurrences.

Additionally, the role includes reviewing, improving, and maintaining a comprehensive suite of security incident response procedures and playbooks. The Cyber Incident Responder will also be expected to conduct threat analysis, provide incident reports, and participate in post-incident reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.

What you'll be doing:

• Effectively overseeing the management, investigation, and forensic analysis of security incidents
• Collaborating with team members to optimise incident response processes, procedures, and approaches
• Continuously reviewing, enhancing, and maintaining security incident response procedures and playbooks
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external agencies
• Participating in and enhancing regular cyber security incident simulations and exercises to ensure preparedness
• Conducting threat analysis, generating incident reports, and participating in post-incident reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement

What you'll need:

• Experience of managing security incidents within a large multinational organisation
• Experience of driving security investigations and forensics
• Experience of working within a high pressured security incident response team
• Experience of working with suppliers, external stakeholders and internal teams and developing strong and trusting working relationships
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior management
• Computer Science Degree (desirable but not essential)
• CISSP or similar
• Certified Incident Handler or similar
• Certified Forensic Analyst or Similar

Who you are:

You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are accepting of new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures for our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

You're extraordinary: We are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:

Passionate, inspired people: We promote a culture of people that do extraordinary work.

Scale and opportunity: We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

Challenging and stimulating work: Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?

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We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.