Incident Response Lead

SOC Lead

We are recruiting for a hands on Contract SOC Lead to help shape and mature the Security Operations capability. This is a key role for someone who can lead from the front comfortable improving processes while also stepping into live incidents when needed.

• Day Rate: £550pd
• IR35 Status: Inside
• Duration: Initial 6 months
• Travel: Weekly to Liverpool Office

This IR Lead will have the previous following experience:

• Lead and evolve SOC operations using Microsoft security tools (including Sentinel), driving improvements in detection, response, and overall capability maturity
• Act as an escalation point for incidents, remaining hands on and directly involved in investigations and response when required
• Develop and refine incident response processes, playbooks, and workflows to strengthen organisational resilience
• Establish meaningful metrics, reporting, and threat visibility to inform decision making and demonstrate SOC effectiveness