Incident Response Lead

Maxwell Bond; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Lead Incident Response Analyst

Location: Remote First with Occasional Site Visits - West Midlands
Salary: £55,000

Job Overview: We are seeking a Lead Incident Response Analyst for one of our largest clients. In this role, you will take charge of investigating, containing, and remediating security incidents using Microsoft security technologies. You will be the key point of escalation during major incidents and will work closely with cross-functional teams to strengthen the organization's cyber resilience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the end-to-end incident response process.

• Conduct in-depth forensic analysis and investigations using Microsoft security tools.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders during incident containment and resolution.

• Provide actionable recommendations to mitigate risks and improve security posture.

• Develop incident reports and lessons-learned documentation.

• Mentor and train junior analysts in incident response best practices.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in cybersecurity and incident response.

• Proficiency with the Microsoft security stack (Defender, Sentinel, Azure Security Centre).

• Strong understanding of digital forensics and threat detection techniques.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., SC-200, CEH, GCFA) are desirable.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead incident response for a major client, utilizing cutting-edge Microsoft technologies. Apply now to be at the forefront of cyber defence!