Head of Managed Security Services - Microsoft, SOC, MSSP, Cyber Operations - £90,000-£100,000+bonus

Head of Managed Security Services - Microsoft, SOC, MSSP, Cyber Operations, Engineering - £90,000 - £100,000 plus bonus - Homebased

Are you ready to step into a New Head of MSSP within exceptional growth and it is only going to get bigger?

Do you want to be part of the leadership function of the largest Service offering within a phenomenal Solution Provider?

Do you want to shape the service model for years to come and make it something special?

We are partnered exclusively with a Leading IT Solutions and Services Provider to find two Heads within their Cyber Security Offerings. One of the these is the Head of Managed Security Services. This role is one of the most exciting roles out there and we are looking for someone who is in a similar role and wants to scale up their role. You will have 4 direct reports with over 60 people operationally within those teams

Your key focus will be to maintain/improve and deliver the Service that is delivered to clients. You will ensure maximum responsiveness to clients, ensure KPI's are met, be the final escalation point for any grievances form the client and remediate or put new services in place to ensure the client has the service they require.

You will be lead the Service Strategy and ensure that the maximum level of service is always delivered, you will be working directly with the Directorship of the overall Cyber Division taking their vision and being a translation Matrix and converting it into a feasible and deliverable service model. You will be expected to operate at the highest levels of compliance and ensure the team do too.

You will be working directly with some of the biggest clients the business has, to improve the current relationship and enable the business to be a trusted advisor on all Security Managed Services they utilise.

Lots of new services are being brought on in 2026 and you will be instrumental in bringing these into the portfolio and ensuring the service level always remains sky high.

Key skills

• Proven experience in leading large-scale cyber security operations, including SOC, cyber engineering, and managed security services.
• Demonstrable experience of leading through major security incidents or crisis situations,
• Deep understanding of security technologies (Azure Cloud, SIEM/SOAR, MS Defender Suite, Automation), Vulnerability/Threat management and security frameworks/methodologies.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience developing senior managers and technical teams.
• Commercial acumen and experience managing budgets, contracts, and service portfolios.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills at executive level

Duties and responsibilities

• Define and execute the cyber security services strategy
• Oversee the design and delivery of cyber security services, ensuring operational excellence, scalability, and resilience
• Ensure the effective day-to-day running of the SOC
• Oversee cyber operations and engineering teams, ensuring robust delivery of managed security services
• Maintain and enhance security governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations
• Act as the senior escalation point for major incidents and client concerns, ensuring timely resolution and transparent communication.
• Own the cyber services budget, including forecasting, cost control, and investment planning.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement and strong return on investment to our customers.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and methodologies to maintain a competitive edge.

This is as good a role as there is out there now, you will be a huge part of the growth and excitement within the Cyber Division and they are monthly half day meet ups in the office, and quarterly get together which will enable you to collaborate and be part of.

Head of Managed Security Services - Microsoft, SOC, MSSP, Cyber Operations, Engineering - £90,000 - £100,000 plus bonus - Homebased