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Fiserv, Inc.

Major Incident Manager

Omaha, NE · On-site

Command and Control: Responsible for ensuring the highest level of command and control are being ... Post Incident Reviews (PIRs): Responsible for performing a thorough Post Incident Review of every ...

Monitise

Major Incident Manager

Omaha, NE · On-site

Command and Control: Responsible for ensuring the highest level of command and control are being ... Post Incident Reviews (PIRs): Responsible for performing a thorough Post Incident Review of every ...

Monitise

Major Incident Management SRT

Omaha, NE · On-site

Command and Control: Responsible for ensuring the highest level of command and control are being ... MIMIC (Major Incident Management Information and Collaboration) Tool: Responsible for ensuring ...

Uber

Senior Security Incident Commander

Seattle, WA · On-site

As a Senior Security Technologist, Incident Command, you are accountable for leading Uber's most critical, complex, and high-impact security incidents end-to-end - from escalation to containment ...

Fluidstack

Staff Incident Responder

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$250K - $350K/yr

Run material incidents as incident commander, coordinating across detection, response, physical security, data center operations, legal, communications, and customers. * Build the IR program: runbook ...

Uber

Senior Security Incident Commander

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

As a Senior Security Technologist, Incident Command, you are accountable for leading Uber's most critical, complex, and high-impact security incidents end-to-end - from escalation to containment ...

FluidStack

Staff Incident Responder

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$250K - $350K/yr

Run material incidents as incident commander, coordinating across detection, response, physical security, data center operations, legal, communications, and customers. * Build the IR program: runbook ...

Diverse Lynx

Command Centre Lead

Alpharetta, GA

Command Centre Lead The Incident Command Centre Lead is responsible for the end-to-end management of all IT major incidents. Role and Responsibilities * Leverage technology to issue communications ...

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How much do incident command jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for incident command in the United States is $163,404.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,000.00 and $193,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Incident Commander, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Incident Commander, you need strong leadership, decision-making skills, and thorough knowledge of emergency response protocols, typically supported by relevant certifications such as ICS (Incident Command System) training. Familiarity with emergency management tools, communication systems, and resource-tracking software is crucial. Exceptional communication, composure under pressure, and the ability to coordinate diverse teams are vital soft skills. These competencies ensure effective crisis management, minimize risks, and facilitate swift, organized responses to emergencies.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Incident Command roles, and how can they be managed effectively?

Professionals in Incident Command often encounter challenges such as rapidly changing situations, coordinating multiple teams, and maintaining clear communication under pressure. Effectively managing these issues requires strong leadership, adaptability, and a solid grasp of established incident command protocols. Regular training, clear delegation of tasks, and the use of real-time communication tools can significantly improve team coordination and response effectiveness during emergencies.

What is Incident Command?

Incident Command refers to a standardized, on-scene management system used to coordinate emergency response operations. It is designed to enable effective and efficient incident management by integrating facilities, equipment, personnel, procedures, and communications within a common organizational structure. The Incident Command System (ICS) is widely used by fire, police, emergency medical services, and other agencies during emergencies such as natural disasters, accidents, or terrorist events. ICS helps ensure a coordinated response, clear leadership, and safety for responders and the public.

What is the difference between Incident Command vs Firefighter?

AspectIncident CommandFirefighter
Required credentialsEmergency management training, certifications like ICS, NIMSFirefighter certification, EMT/paramedic licenses
Work environmentCommand centers, incident sites, coordination rolesFire scenes, rescue operations, emergency response
Employer & industry usageEmergency management agencies, fire departments, disaster response teamsFire departments, rescue services, emergency response units

Incident Command and Firefighter roles often overlap during emergencies, but Incident Command focuses on managing and coordinating the response, while Firefighters are directly involved in suppression and rescue efforts. Both roles require specialized training and are essential in emergency situations, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Incident Command job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $163,404 per year, or $78.6 per hour.
Incident Commander I (Hybrid)

Incident Commander I (Hybrid)

Motorola Solutions

Parker, TX • Hybrid

$70K - $78K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Motorola Solutions rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 139 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Incident Commander I

The Incident Commander I coordinates major incident responses, maintains stakeholder communication during service-impacting events, and facilitates resolutions in compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs). This role operates on a weekly rotating on-call schedule and requires a hybrid presence (two days per week) at the Allen, TX, office.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

  • Lead Incident Response: Assemble technical triage bridges and direct outage recovery efforts with a focus on improving MTTR and MTRD.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Prepare clear, timely written and verbal incident updates for internal teams, external customers, and regulatory commissions.
  • Post-Incident Analysis: Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) discussions and collaborate with third-party vendors to resolve chronic service delivery issues.
  • Strategic Decision-Making: Use critical thinking and independent judgment to assess complex situations and define immediate courses of action.
  • Technical Proficiency: Maintain a working knowledge of computer systems, network components, and telecommunications jargon to lead technical teams effectively.
  • Professional Experience: 1+ years of Incident Management experience within an ITIL-based ITSM organization.
  • Leadership & Influence: Demonstrated ability to direct others during high-pressure scenarios; ITIL Foundation (v3/v4) certification is preferred.

Target Base Salary Range: $70,000- 78,000

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

  • High School Diploma
  • 1+ years of Incident management or Incident Commander experience

Under 10% travel required

No relocation provided

Position Type: Experienced

Referral Payment Plan: No

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K with Company Match
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental & Family Leave
  • and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team.

We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

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About Motorola Solutions

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At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with safety. It's the constant that empowers people to confidently move forward. It can fill a flight or sell out a stadium. It can care for a patient or graduate a class. As a global leader in public safety and enterprise security, we create and connect the technologies that help to keep people safe where they live, learn, work and play. Our integrated technology ecosystem unifies critical communications, video security and access control, and command center software, enabling collaboration in more powerful ways. At Motorola Solutions, we're ushering in a new era in public safety and security. Bring your passion, potential and talents to a career that matters.

Industry

Technology, communication and media

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1928

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