Senior Cyber Responder

Reference number: 478468
Salary: £43,088 - £ plus location allowance £1,750. A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%.
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Location: Hanslope Park, Hanslope, Milton Keynes MK19 7BH
Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park
At FCDO Services we protect the UKs interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission were on. In our world, it all matters.
Job description
Our Technology and Operations team is at the forefront of digital solutions and services for FCDO and Government. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether its creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassys servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Join them in this important role and youll have the opportunity to lead them on the next stage of our exciting journey.
Providing innovation to government partners
Delivering best-in-class solutions
Working at the cutting-edge of technology
It all matters
Develop your cyber security skills as you work to keep the UK safe from threats
As a Senior Cyber Responder within our supportive and tightly knit team, you will identify and analyse security incidents, develop recovery plans and forensic capabilities, and help provide a security consultancy service to our organisation and the customers we serve. This role offers the opportunity to further develop skills and expertise through on-the-job training, gain exposure to advanced incident response activities, and undertake digital forensics across a wide range of devices. Responsibilities include using, developing and designing approaches and tools to investigate and recover from cyber security incidents affecting complex software systems and infrastructures across our network, including applications, servers and laptops. The role also involves conducting scheduled tests and checks to monitor compliance with incident response and recovery plans, and taking responsibility for the task management of an Associate Cyber Responder.
Additional responsibilities include analysing security breaches and recommending solutions to reduce the likelihood of similar incidents occurring in the future, as well as communicating the potential business impact of vulnerabilities. With a strong commitment to promoting security awareness across the organisation, you will share knowledge and expertise with colleagues, coach other associates, and maintain professional development in line with emerging technologies and industry best practice. You may also be required to participate in the teams 24/7 on-call service, supporting the investigation and remediation of security issues as they arise.
Grow your career as you help us achieve our vital global mission
Confident, self-motivated and a collaborative team player, its important that you have practical experience of resolving complex technical IT problems and in cyber security this may have come from other relevant roles such as (Soc Analyst, Security Analyst, Security Engineer) or in an IT role with strong exposure to security issues. Capable of using a variety of tools to manipulate and interpret data, and able to produce clear technical documentation, you should also have an NVQ Level 4 in Cyber Security or its equivalent experience for example CompTIA Security+, SANS SEC401 or a Level 4 Apprenticeship.
With the confidence to work in a fast-paced environment, your excellent interpersonal and communication skills will allow you to liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders and take on important leadership tasks. You will be at an advantage if youve completed a management training programme, and an understanding of information risk assessment, risk management, threat assessment, compliance monitoring and controls testing would be desirable. This is a role where therell be plenty of opportunities to develop your career, take on more responsibilities and progress within our organisation.
Please be aware that we can only accept applications for this role from British citizens with sole nationality we cannot accept applications from dual or foreign nationals.
Discover the support you need to grow your career further
But were always looking to improve just like you. Thats why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, youll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. Its a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.
Closing date : 20th September 2026.
Person specification
We are looking for people with:
Experience in cyber security
Working experience in IT resolving technical problems
Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team
Able to manipulate and interpret data using a variety of tools
Able to produce clear technical documentation
NVQ Level 4 in Cyber Security or equivalent (e.g. CompTIA Security+, SANS SEC401, Level 4 Apprenticeship
Qualifications
NVQ Level 4 in Cyber Security or equivalent (e.g. CompTIA Security+, SANS SEC401, Level 4 Apprenticeship)
Behaviours
Well assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
Developing Self and Others
Communicating and Influencing
Making Effective Decisions
Technical skills
Well assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
Experience in cyber security
Working experience in IT resolving technical problems
Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team
Able to manipulate and interpret data using a variety of tools
NVQ Level 4 in Cyber Security or equivalent (e.g. CompTIA Security+, SANS SEC401, Level 4 Apprenticeship)
We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form:
Experience in cyber security
Working experience in IT resolving technical problems
Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team
NVQ Level 4 in Cyber Security or equivalent (e.g. CompTIA Security+, SANS SEC401, Level 4 Apprenticeship)
Benefits
Alongside your salary of £43,088, FCDO Services contributes £12,482 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).
Learning and development tailored to your role
An environment with flexible working options
A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
A Civil Service pension
A leave allowance of 25 days per annum
9 days per annum public and privilege days
Free Shuttle bus available between Central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park
Closing date: Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 20th September 2026.