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Incident Response Analyst Jobs

Specialists who investigate and mitigate cyber attacks. A critical role in the front lines of digital defence.

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Incident Response Analysts play a vital role in the cyber security ecosystem, working to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber attacks. These professionals are often the first line of defence, tasked with identifying and containing security breaches to prevent data loss and system compromise. They work in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, collaborating with teams across the organisation to ensure a coordinated response to threats.

What the role does

Inside the role of an Incident Response Analyst

A typical week is split between monitoring security systems, investigating potential incidents, and documenting findings.

  1. 01
    Monitor security systems and alerts for suspicious activity.
  2. 02
    Investigate potential security breaches and gather evidence.
  3. 03
    Collaborate with other teams to contain and mitigate threats.
  4. 04
    Document findings and prepare reports for stakeholders.
  5. 05
    Stay updated on the latest threat intelligence and security trends.
  6. 06
    Participate in regular training and drills to improve response times.
Skills & tools

What hiring managers ask for

% of 2 listings posted in the last 12 months that mention each skill, extracted from job descriptions.

Incident Response
100%
Threat Detection
50%
Host Forensic Analysis
50%
Reverse Engineering
50%
Cyber Security
50%
Security Monitoring
50%
Automated Incident Response
50%
SOC Operations
50%
SIEM
50%
EDR
50%
XDR
50%
Digital Forensics
50%
Career ladder

From Junior to Principal

A typical UK progression for incident response analysts. Years are guidance — strong people move faster, and many senior folks sidestep into research, product or management.

  1. Level 1

    Junior Incident Response Analyst

    0–2 yrs

    Assist in monitoring security systems and supporting senior analysts in incident investigations.

  2. Level 2

    Incident Response Analyst

    2–5 yrs

    Lead initial investigations, manage incident response processes, and provide detailed reports.

  3. Level 3

    Senior Incident Response Analyst

    5–8 yrs

    Oversee complex incident investigations, develop and implement response strategies, and mentor junior analysts.

  4. Level 4

    Principal Incident Response Analyst

    8+ yrs

    Strategise and lead the incident response team, develop long-term security policies, and advise senior management.

Pathway

How to become a Incident Response Analyst

There's no single route, but most people follow some version of these steps.

  1. 1

    Entry-Level Analyst

    Start with foundational roles, learning the basics of security monitoring and incident response.

  2. 2

    Specialised Training

    Participate in advanced training and certifications to deepen your expertise in specific areas of incident response.

  3. 3

    Lead Investigations

    Take on more responsibility by leading initial investigations and managing incident response processes.

  4. 4

    Team Leadership

    Move into a leadership role, overseeing a team of analysts and developing comprehensive response strategies.

  5. 5

    Strategic Advisor

    Advise senior management on security policies and long-term strategies to enhance the organisation's resilience.

Live jobs

2 live roles

Incident Response Analyst

2 days ago

Airbus Newport

Hands-on role managing the full lifecycle of security incidents within an international CSIRT, investigating SOC alerts and performing host forensic analysis and reverse-engineering. You will industrialise SIEM and EDR tooling, build detection use cases and automated response workflows, and support SOC Level 1 and 2 processes, including on-call crisis response.

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Incident Response Analyst

Yesterday

eFinancialCareers London £650 – £750 pd

Investigate and respond to cyber security incidents across enterprise environments, triaging alerts from SIEM, EDR/XDR, cloud, identity and network tools. Conduct digital forensics, proactive threat hunting and detection tuning, coordinating containment and recovery with infrastructure, cloud and identity teams. Six-month contract within a collaborative security function defending a large enterprise.

Hybrid Contract
Hiring locations

Where this role is hiring

The locations with the most live listings for this role today.

London

Location
1 open

Newport

Location
1 open
FAQs

Common questions

  • A degree in computer science or a related field, along with relevant certifications like CEH or GCIH, is typically required.

  • Strong analytical skills, knowledge of security tools, and the ability to work under pressure are crucial.

  • Gain experience, pursue advanced certifications, and take on leadership responsibilities to advance your career.

  • Salaries vary based on experience and location. For more detailed information, refer to the salary section on this page.

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