> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2515402-global-incident-response-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2515402-global-incident-response-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Global Incident Response Manager - **Company:** Symrise - **Location:** Barcelona, Spain - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, IT Management, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Mitre Att&ck, Cyber Threat Analysis, Cybercrime - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://es.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=545aa7aaf0ba5401 ## About the Role You are an experienced cybersecurity professional with a strong background in security operations, incident response, and enterprise security monitoring. You are comfortable working in complex global environments and can combine technical expertise with strong communication and coordination skills, particularly when managing high-pressure security incidents. You have hands-on experience with security technologies such as EDR, SIEM, and vulnerability management platforms, as well as a solid understanding of digital forensics, threat intelligence, and cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and MITRE ATT&CK. You are analytical, proactive, and able to work effectively across IT, OT, cloud, and business environments. You take ownership, continuously look for ways to improve security capabilities, and can translate complex cybersecurity risks into clear insights and actions for both technical and senior stakeholders. ## Description As the Global Incident Response Manager, you will play a key role in protecting Symrise's global technology landscape against cyber threats. You will lead and continuously improve our global security monitoring and incident response capabilities across IT, OT, cloud, and digital environments. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on cybersecurity operations, ensuring threats are detected, analyzed, contained, and remediated effectively. You will work closely with global IT, OT, infrastructure, and business teams to strengthen cyber resilience, improve security visibility, and ensure a coordinated response to cybersecurity incidents. 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