At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and build a Cyber Defence Operation for a global organisation.
- Company: Dynamic company transitioning to an internal security operations model.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor a high-calibre team and make a real impact.
- Why this job: Shape the future of cybersecurity while staying hands-on with technology.
- Qualifications: Leadership in SecOps, strong technical skills, and experience with compliance frameworks.
The predicted salary is between 100000 - 110000 £ per year.
We're working with a client who is taking their SOC back from an external provider. They need someone who can build an internal SecOps function that actually works. Someone who’s been technical, is still technical, and has no intention of becoming a PowerPoint‑only lifeform. But also isn't averse to sitting in a room with Identity and GRC people.
Your mission:
- Stand up and run the Cyber Defence Operation for a global organisation with a lot to protect.
- Create and test incident response runbooks using frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
- Define the operational strategy, KPIs, reporting and continuous improvement roadmap.
- Own the tooling strategy for detection, monitoring, observability and containment.
- Evaluate and improve security controls across the estate - and explain the impact of new technologies without resorting to buzzwords.
- Manage threat intel feeds and prioritise them based on actual risk, not vendor enthusiasm.
- Shape vulnerability management and pen‑testing so it’s proactive, not performative.
- Build and mentor a small, high‑calibre team.
- Use MSSPs intelligently - as force multipliers, not crutches.
You’ll bring:
- Leadership experience in SecOps within complex environments.
- Strong experience with SIEM, SOAR and AWS‑based monitoring.
- Real hands‑on experience with security technologies.
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks like ISO 27001.
- Experience managing risk and designing pragmatic controls.
If you want to build something from the ground up - and you still enjoy getting your hands dirty - this is the one.
Cyber Security Operations Manager employer: Investigo
Join a forward-thinking organisation in London that values hands-on expertise and innovative thinking in Cyber Security. With a commitment to building an internal Security Operations Centre, this company fosters a collaborative work culture where your leadership will directly shape the future of their cyber defence strategy. Enjoy competitive salary packages, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to mentor a talented team while working in a dynamic environment that prioritises real impact over buzzwords.
