post-defender

noun
UK /ˌpəʊst dɪˈfɛndə/
US /ˌpoʊst dɪˈfɛndər/

A post-defender is someone who keeps a place safe after something has happened.

The post-defender checked the gate after the storm passed.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A person who argues for an idea after it has been criticized.

She became a post-defender of the old plan after the meeting.

3. A player who protects the goal area late in a game.

The post-defender cleared the ball in the final minute.

4. A software tool that keeps a system safe after an attack.

The post-defender scanned the files after the breach.