Mission freelance ServiceNow SecOps (SC Cleared)

ServiceNow SecOps (Security Operations) is the broader suite of security-focused applications designed to connect security and IT teams, automate workflows, and integrate with existing security tools to detect, prioritize, and remediate threats faster. It includes multiple modules such as Security Incident Response (SIR), Vulnerability Response (VR), and Threat Intelligence, among others.
Security Incident Response (SIR) is a specific module within SecOps focused solely on managing and resolving security incidents. It provides structured workflows, automation, and playbooks to identify, contain, eradicate, and recover from cyberattacks. While SecOps is the umbrella platform, SIR is one of its core capabilities.
Key Differences:
* Scope: SecOps: End-to-end security operations platform covering incident response, vulnerability management, threat intelligence, and orchestration. SIR: Specializes in handling security incidents-from detection to resolution.
* Primary Use Case: SecOps: Aligns security and IT teams, integrates multiple security tools, and automates cross-domain workflows. SIR: Focuses on cyberattack lifecycle management-identification, containment, eradication, recovery, and lessons learned.
* Integrations: SecOps: Integrates with SIEM, SOAR, vulnerability scanners, and ITSM for a unified security posture. SIR: Integrates with threat detection tools (e.g., Splunk, CrowdStrike) to ingest alerts and trigger incident workflows^3^.


Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.