Head of Cyber Security Operations (CSOC)

Head of Cyber Security Operations (CSOC)Exeter (Hybrid - 2 days onsite) Day Rate: £850 (Umbrella) / £616.61 (PAYE)SC Cleared An enterprise government backed organisation is seeking a Head of Cyber Security Operations to define, build and lead its Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC). This is a critical leadership role, responsible for protecting the organisation against real-time cyber threats, driving incident response, and ensuring resilience across a complex technology estate. Our client is offering a 6 month rolling contract, paying up to £850 PD Inside IR 35 to start ASAP to be based in Exeter 2 days per week.This is a high-impact opportunity to shape cyber strategy at an enterprise level, working closely with senior stakeholders and external agencies to strengthen security posture and response capability. You will play a key role in building and evolving the CSOC capability, operating within a highly visible and business-critical function, with regular engagement across senior leadership and external partners.To be successful, you will hold active SC clearance and bring proven experience working within Central Government, the Public Sector, or highly regulated scientific environments.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and lead the Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC), ensuring effective detection, response, and remediation of cyber incidentsOwn and continuously improve the cyber incident response plan, ensuring readiness across the organisationProvide strategic cyber ..... full job details .....