Incident Manager

Cezanne HR; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A hybrid position available at a consultancy specializing in identity-driven security and secure networking. The Incident Manager will ensure quick resolution of service incidents and manage the incident lifecycle effectively. Requirements include at least 1 year of incident management experience, strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, and knowledge of ITIL practices. The role includes benefits like a work mobile, laptop, 25 days holiday, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Work mobile

Laptop

25 days holiday

Extra holiday on your birthday

Private medical insurance

Pension

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in an incident management role.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Good knowledge of ITIL or hold ITIL certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Incident and Major Incident process.
• Respond to service incidents and ensure documentation.
• Generate regular incident reports.

Skills

Incident Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical Skills

ITIL Knowledge

Job description

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Company Description

Xalient is a global boutique specialising in the convergence of identity-driven security and secure networking. We help the world’s leading enterprises stay secure, connected, and ready for the future - bringing together deep technical expertise, business insight, and AI-powered innovation to solve the complex challenges of modern digital businesses.

Independent by design and driven by a passion for exceptional service, Xalient combines global reach with the agility and customer intimacy of a boutique provider. Our advisory, professional, and managed services teams operate across the UK, US, EMEA and Asia - delivering fast, tangible outcomes and long-term impact.

Xalient is trusted by forward-thinking enterprises to reduce risk, optimise performance, and navigate today’s digital complexity with confidence.

At this time, we are only considering candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United Kingdom without the need for visa sponsorship, either now or in the future.

Position

Note: This is a hybrid role based out of our Leeds, UK office, with in-office work expected 2–3 times per week. Candidates should be located within a reasonable commuting distance.

Reporting to the Service Delivery Lead, you will be responsible for the management and resolution of incidents within Xalient and its customers. You will work to identify and resolve incidents in a timely and efficient manner while ensuring that all relevant parties are kept up to date on the status of the incident. In some cases, you may also be responsible for developing and implementing processes and procedures for Incident management.

What you'll be doing

• Oversee the Incident and Major Incident process with a focus on resolving incidents as quickly as possible.
• Responding to a reported service incident, identifying the cause, and initiating the incident management process.
• Ensure all active and ongoing incidents are documented and clearly handed over to the incoming Incident Manager at the end of the shift, supporting smooth 24/7 service continuity.
• Strengthen escalation and critical incident management – Provide clear leadership during high-impact incidents by taking ownership, ensuring timely engagement of the appropriate technical and management resources, and facilitating effective, customer-focused communication throughout the incident lifecycle.
• Own and progress "aged" Incidents until they are successfully resolved.
• Deputise for the Service Delivery Lead for any customer and internal meetings where required.
• Responsible for generating regular incident reports.
• Any other duties as requested by management.

Requirements

What you'll need

• 1 Year of experience in an incident management role.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and build strong relationships internally and externally
• Excellent documentation writing skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Good knowledge of ITIL or hold ITIL certification.
• Good experience knowledge of working with ITSM tools
• Good knowledge and understanding of IT networks such as routers, switches and firewalls. (knowledge of Silver Peak / Aruba SDWAN would be an advantage)

Other information

Offer:

• Work mobile
• Laptop
• 25 days holiday
• Extra 1 days holiday on your birthday
• Private medical insurance
• Pension

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy or maternity or age.