Security Operations Lead -

Security Operations Lead -

Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Sanderson Government and Defence

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead security incident management and ensure effective governance across multiple suppliers.
  • Company: Dynamic organisation focused on security excellence and operational integrity.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, SC clearance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Onsite role with a focus on collaboration and strategic oversight.
  • Why this job: Make a significant impact in security operations and enhance incident management processes.
  • Qualifications: Experience in security incident management and strong leadership skills.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

Clearance: SC Cleared

Location: Inverness or Preston | 5 days onsite

Initial Contract to 31/03/2027

Pay: £500 - £600

Status: Inside IR35

Role Description: The Senior Security Incident Management Consultant operates within the Operational Integrator (OI) function and provides governance, leadership, assurance, and strategic oversight of security incident management across a complex multi-supplier environment. The role is responsible for ensuring suppliers manage security incidents consistently, effectively, and in accordance with client policy, regulatory obligations, and operational risk requirements. Acting as the primary OI lead for incident governance, the consultant provides a consolidated view of incident risk, drives supplier accountability, and supports continual improvement across the incident management lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Security Incident Governance
  • Own and govern the security incident management framework across suppliers
  • Define and maintain: Incident classification criteria, Escalation models, Reporting standards, Major incident governance processes
  • Ensure alignment to client policies, regulatory obligations, and security controls
  • Supplier Governance

Security Operations Lead - employer: Sanderson Government and Defence

Join a forward-thinking organisation that values user-centred design and offers a collaborative work environment in the heart of London. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, we provide our employees with opportunities for professional growth while working on impactful government projects that shape digital services. Enjoy a flexible working model that balances on-site collaboration with remote work, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career path.

Sanderson Government and Defence

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Sanderson Government and Defence Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Security Operations Lead -

Security Incident Management
Governance
Leadership
Assurance
Strategic Oversight
Incident Classification
Escalation Models