Sr Manager, Cyber Security Defence & Resilience

Coats is a world leader in thread manufacturing and structural components for apparel and footwear, as well as an innovative pioneer in performance materials. These critical solutions are used to create a wide range of products, including ones that provide safety and protection for people, data and the environment.

Trusted by the world's leading companies to deliver crucial, innovative, and sustainable solutions, we provide value-adding products including apparel, footwear and speciality threads.

With a proud heritage dating back more than 250 years and a spirit of evolution to constantly stay ahead of changing market needs, we have operations across 50 countries with a workforce of over 17,000, serving our customers worldwide.

Headquartered in the UK, Coats* connects talent, textiles, and technology to make a better and more sustainable world.

For more info, visit our website: www.coats.com

Role Purpose:

To lead and strengthen Coats’ cyber defence and resilience capability by defining and executing strategies that protect the organisation from evolving cyber threats. The role is responsible for building and optimising security operations, including establishing and leading the Security Operations Centre (SOC), to ensure effective prevention, detection, and response across the enterprise. It will drive continuous improvement in cyber resilience through proactive monitoring, incident response planning, simulations, and recovery testing, while partnering with senior stakeholders to safeguard business continuity, regulatory compliance, and organisational reputation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for cyber defence and resilience across the organisation, ensuring robust protection against evolving threats
• Establish, lead, and mature the Security Operations Centre (SOC), including operating model, processes, tooling, and third-party integrations
• Oversee 24x7 security monitoring, incident detection, and response capabilities to minimise risk and business disruption
• Own and optimise core security platforms (e.g., email security, endpoint protection, secure access) to balance protection with business productivity
• Develop and implement incident response plans, ensuring effective handling of cyber incidents and crises
• Drive continuous improvement in cyber resilience through incident reviews, lessons learned, and regular testing (e.g., backup, recovery, ransomware scenarios)
• Lead cyber simulation exercises to enhance organisational readiness and stakeholder awareness
• Collaborate with D&T leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen enterprise-wide security posture
• Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and cybersecurity best practices

Education & Qualifications:

• 8–10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with strong exposure to security operations and incident response.
• Proven experience in leading Security Operations Centres (SOC) and cyber response functions.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement SOC strategies and incident response frameworks.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity resilience practices, including backup and recovery strategies.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders across multiple business units.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, particularly in high-pressure situations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Crisis management and response experience (advantageous).

At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.

Apply now to be part of our dynamic team and help shape the future of textiles.