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Head of Cyber Defence

United Kingdom, London · Job Posted June 09, 2026
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An experienced cyber security leader responsible for developing and executing enterprise-wide cyber defence strategies to protect critical business systems, data, and infrastructure. Leads security operations, threat detection, incident response, and cyber resilience initiatives while ensuring alignment with organisational risk management objectives.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and manage the Cyber Defence function, overseeing security operations, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response capabilities
  • Develop and implement cyber defence strategies, policies, and procedures to protect against evolving cyber threats
  • Direct Security Operations Centre (SOC) activities, ensuring effective monitoring, detection, investigation, and response to security incidents
  • Oversee threat intelligence programmes, identifying emerging risks and implementing proactive defensive measures
  • Lead cyber incident response activities, coordinating technical teams and business stakeholders during security events
  • Manage vulnerability assessment and remediation programmes across enterprise infrastructure and applications
  • Collaborate with technology, risk, compliance, and business teams to strengthen organisational cyber resilience
  • Provide strategic advice and reporting to senior leadership on cyber threats, security posture, and risk exposure
  • Manage relationships with external security vendors, consultants, and industry partners
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of cyber security professionals

Requirements

  • Cyber Security Strategy
  • Security Operations (SOC)
  • Incident Response & Crisis Management
  • Threat Intelligence
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Security Architecture
  • Risk Management
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Regulatory & Compliance Requirements

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