Cyber Incident Response Lead
Contract Outside IR35 6-Month Initial Contract Immediate Start
A major UK organisation is seeking an experienced Cyber Incident Response Lead to join a critical cyber security function and take ownership of major cyber incidents from day one.
This is an urgent requirement for a hands‑on incident response specialist with a proven track record leading Priority 1 (P1) cyber incidents, driving effective response activities, coordinating technical teams, and providing clear leadership during high‑pressure situations.
Working within a fast‑paced environment, you will play a key role in protecting business operations, managing cyber crises, and ensuring incidents are contained, remediated and communicated effectively.
Responsibilities
- Lead the response to major and critical cyber security incidents
- Coordinate technical and business stakeholders during live incident situations
- Drive containment, eradication and recovery activities
- Provide clear direction, leadership and decision‑making during cyber crises
- Deliver timely and effective communications to senior stakeholders and leadership teams
- Conduct incident reviews and identify opportunities for process and control improvements
- Work closely with security operations, infrastructure, technology and business teams to enhance organisational resilience
Requirements
- Demonstrable experience leading major or P1 cyber security incidents
- Strong background in incident response, cyber crisis management and security operations
- Hands‑on technical capability with the ability to investigate and understand technical detail when required
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
- Calm, decisive and outcome‑focused approach under pressure
- Proven experience managing multiple priorities within a fast‑moving environment
Whats on Offer?
- Outside IR35 contract
- Immediate start with onboarding required within the next two weeks
- Pre‑booked interview slots available next week
- Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a critical cyber security function
- Initial 6‑month contract
- Further 6‑month extension highly likely
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Cyber Incident Response Lead employer: Hyra
Hyra is an excellent employer that values innovation and teamwork, providing a dynamic work environment for Automation Engineers. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to continuous training and development opportunities while working alongside skilled professionals in a collaborative culture. Located in a region known for its technological advancements, Hyra offers unique advantages such as exposure to cutting-edge automated systems and the chance to make a significant impact on logistics operations.
