Incident Response Manager Jobs

Incident Response Managers lead the teams and processes that help organizations prepare for, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity incidents. They coordinate technical investigations, guide containment and remediation, and keep business leaders informed when threats such as ransomware, data breaches, or account compromises emerge. Explore vetted Incident Response Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does an Incident Response Manager Do?

Incident Response Managers oversee incident response programs from readiness through post-incident review. They establish playbooks and escalation procedures, coordinate security and technology teams during investigations, and help ensure that response actions are timely and well documented. Depending on the organization, the role may also involve managing a 24/7 response function, working with external forensic or legal partners, and supporting regulatory or customer communications.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a mix of cybersecurity expertise, incident leadership, and clear communication. Relevant strengths may include digital forensics, threat analysis, security operations, crisis management, risk assessment, and familiarity with frameworks and incident-handling practices. Managers are also expected to prioritize under pressure, collaborate across departments, and translate technical findings into practical business decisions. Requirements vary by employer; some positions favor certifications or experience in a specific industry or security environment.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Incident Response Manager roles are available across sectors that rely on resilient technology and sensitive data, including financial services, healthcare, consulting, technology, and government contractors. Compensation varies based on location, organization, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, making it easier to explore senior incident response and cybersecurity leadership careers.

Find Incident Response Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse Incident Response Manager openings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and employers. Use Ladders to discover high-paying opportunities that match your cybersecurity experience and career goals, and review each listing for current compensation and role details.

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$150K - $285K *

Lead the evolution of global security operations, managing teams to enhance threat detection, incident response, and operational resilience while collaborating across functions to ensure secure busine...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $225K *

Drive security governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, enhancing client trust and audit readiness. Collaborate with teams to mature enterprise risk programs and ensure adherence to industry stan...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $225K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our security governance, risk, and compliance program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, manage audits, and mature enterprise risk initiatives...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate crisis readiness at an organizational level by developing emergency management processes. Collaborate across departments to enhance operational resilience and ensure effective response and rec...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cyber security by detecting, investigating, and responding to incidents. Collaborate with experts, mentor junior staff, and lead technical projects to safegua...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in detecting and responding to cyber security events, managing investigations, and mentoring junior staff while collaborating with technical teams to enhance incident response capabili...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join our Cyber Monitoring & Incident Response Team to detect, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity events. Collaborate with technical leads, mentor junior staff, and enhance security processes wh...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading SOC Tier 3 investigations and incident response initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance cybersecurity measures while mentoring lower-tier analysts and managing co...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion security excellence by leading SOC analysts in incident response, enhancing operational processes, and fostering collaboration across teams to ensure a robust security posture and continuous...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of complex technical escalations and incident responses, bridging customer-facing and R&D teams. Drive systemic risk identification and ensure compliance in regulated environments while...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Champion cybersecurity excellence by leading incident response efforts, enhancing team capabilities, and driving strategic improvements to safeguard infrastructure and data against evolving threats...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Drive the future of cybersecurity by leading incident response efforts, mentoring teams, and enhancing threat detection strategies to protect critical infrastructure and data from evolving cyber threa...

North York, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Develop and optimize cyber-intelligence tools to mitigate security risks. Oversee vulnerability assessments, analyze security breaches, and implement best practices while collaborating with teams to e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team providing vital cyber security support, ensuring compliance with NIST standards. Leverage your expertise to assess and enhance IT system security controls in a col...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join us to shape the future of compliance by leading strategic programs that ensure regulatory adherence across global operations, while fostering collaboration and innovation within the People Risk ...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of compliance by leading strategic programs that ensure regulatory adherence across global operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance governance and risk managemen...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive compliance excellence by managing regulatory programs and cross-functional initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance governance frameworks, ensuring adherence to evolving employment regulat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $100K *

Pioneer impactful security initiatives by managing cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, and driving operational efficiency across global teams to enhance corporate...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$159K - $202K *

Join our dynamic Security Incident Response Team to tackle security challenges at scale. Utilize your expertise in threat analysis and incident response to protect sensitive data and enhance security...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$104K - $138K *

Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing customer experiences during incidents. Leverage your expertise in incident management and escalation handling to drive resolutions, improve processes, and comm...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $138K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance customer experience through effective incident management and escalation handling. Drive resolution, coordinate cross-functional teams, and implement process improvement...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $128K *

Empower the future of information security by leading incident response efforts, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding cloud environments against threats while collaborating across teams to enhance se...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance cybersecurity by monitoring threats, analyzing incidents, and implementing defense strategies. Join a dynamic team dedicated to protecting our enterprise network through pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead large-scale cybersecurity assessments and transformations, ensuring quality and alignment across multiple workstreams while building trusted client relationships and drivin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $214K *

Empower your career by leading large-scale cybersecurity assessments and transformations. Drive strategic initiatives, manage multidisciplinary teams, and build trusted client relationships while deli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Incident Response Manager do?question toggle

    An Incident Response Manager leads an organization’s preparation for and response to cybersecurity incidents. The role typically coordinates investigations, containment, recovery, stakeholder updates, and post-incident improvements.

  • What qualifications are needed for an Incident Response Manager job?question toggle

    Employers often look for cybersecurity and security operations experience, incident-handling or digital forensics knowledge, leadership ability, and strong communication skills. Specific education, certifications, and years of experience vary by role.

  • How much do Incident Response Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and the scope of the position. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for current salary details.

  • Where do Incident Response Managers work?question toggle

    They work in organizations with significant cybersecurity needs, including technology companies, financial services, healthcare, consulting firms, and other enterprises or public-sector organizations.

  • How can I find Incident Response Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Incident Response Manager openings and review listings for salary, responsibilities, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on vetted professional roles with compensation of $100,000 or more.