Senior Cyber Incident Response

Senior Cyber Incident Response Leader (Advisory & Consulting) UK-Wide (Multiple Office Locations) | Hybrid Working | Permanent Top Tier Big 4 Consultancy The Opportunity Cyber security is no longer optional, it’s a board-level priority. One of the world’s leading Big 4 consultancies is expanding its elite Cyber practice and is looking for a senior Cyber Incident Response leader to drive both advisory and hands-on incident management engagements . You’ll join a high-performing team of 200+ cyber specialists, working with major global organisations to prepare for, respond to, and recover from sophisticated cyber threats .

This is a senior leadership role with a strong focus on client advisory, business development, and leading complex cyber response engagements . What You’ll Be Doing Lead end-to-end Cyber Incident Response engagements (proactive + reactive) Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders , including C-suite Oversee live incident management , threat containment, and recovery Drive cyber readiness programmes : Incident response plans & playbooks Wargaming & simulation exercises Crisis management frameworks Lead and grow client relationships and accounts Support business development (proposals, go-to-market, client pitches) Mentor and develop high-performing cyber teams Contribute to new service offerings and innovation What We’re Looking For (Essential) Strong experience in: Cyber Incident Response Crisis / Incident Management Security Operations or Advisory Deep understanding of: Threat actors, attack techniques & methodologies Incident response frameworks and tooling Proven track record delivering complex consulting engagements Experience leading client-facing teams and programmes Commercially aware with strong business acumen Excellent communication skills (comfortable with C-suite stakeholders ) Experience running IR exercises, wargames, and training Desirable Certifications such as CISSP, Security+, SANS (401/501), ITIL, CIPP/E Knowledge of frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST Experience in private sector consulting environments Willingness to be part of an on-call incident response rota Eligible for (or willing to undergo) UK security clearance Why Join? Work with a globally recognised Big 4 brand Engage with high-profile clients and complex cyber challenges Be part of a collaborative, high-calibre cyber team Access to industry-leading training and career development Clear progression into Director-level leadership Flexible hybrid working model Opportunity to shape the future of cyber resilience at scale Interested?

If you’re a senior cyber professional looking to step into a strategic leadership role within a top-tier consultancy , I’d love to speak with you. Apply directly or message me to arrange a confidential discussion.