Cyber Security Analyst

Job Description

I have a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Cyber Security Analyst to join a thriving Security Operations team within a growing digital organisation. Youll have a specific purpose to provide Security analysis and support to all clients. Cyber Securityis one of the most successful areas within this fantastic global company, with plans to expand year on year!Due to its high importance the role will be within a 24x7 SOC operational support environment.As a Cyber Security Analyst you will be on high alert searching through customer environments to detect and solve information security threats.As a Cyber Security Analyst you will protect organisations by utilizing the most effective technologies and processes to prevent, detect and manage cyber threats. This will include protection of computers, data, networks, applications and so on.Responsibilities of a Cyber Security Analyst;

• Monitor for attacks, intrusions and unusual, unauthorised or illegal activity
• Use advanced analytic tools to determine emerging threat patterns and vulnerabilities
• Investigate security breaches and other cyber security incidents and provide incident response.
• Document security breaches and assess the damage they cause.
• Liaise with stakeholders in relation to cyber security issues and provide future recommendations
• Install security measures and operate software to protect systems and information infrastructure, including firewalls and data encryption programs.
• Work with security team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities.
• Keep up to date with IT security trends and news.
• Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard.
• Make recommendations on how to improve security/tools based on knowledge and research.

What you need as a Cyber Security Analyst;

• Experience of working in a Security Operations Centre environment or similar
• The ability to possess or gain SC clearance (along with Office for Nuclear Regulation clearance).
• Excellent IT skills, including knowledge of computer networks, operating systems, software, hardware and security
• An understanding of the cyber security risks associated with various technologies and ways to manage them
• A good working knowledge of various security technologies such as network and application firewalls, host intrusion prevention and anti-virus
• The ability to work as part of a team and to build strong relationships with staff and other relevant individuals
• Verbal communication skills, including presentation skills, with an ability to communicate with a range of technical and non-technical team members and other relevant individuals
• Time-management and organisational skills to manage a variety of tasks, prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills and an ability to analyse complex technical information in order to identify patterns and trends
• An ability to work under pressure, particularly when dealing with threats and at times of high demand.

What youll get as a Cyber Security Analyst;

• Up to £45k basic
• Hybrid model
• Progression Opportunities
• Great team culture
• Development training
• 25 days annual leave
• Great pension scheme
• Private medical scheme

Experience needed as a Cyber Security Analyst;

• SIEM (Security Information and Event Management): management, maintenance, support, monitoring, security event investigation and reporting (working knowledge of Azure Sentinel or McAfee products is an advantage).
• Network IDS/IPS: management, maintenance, support, monitoring, security event investigation and reporting (working knowledge of McAfee or Sourcefire IDS/IPS solutions is an advantage).
• WAF (Web Application Firewalls): management, maintenance, monitoring, security event investigation and reporting (working knowledge of Imperva or F5 WAF products is an advantage).
• EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response): management, maintenance, monitoring, security event investigation and reporting (working knowledge of Crowdstrike or products is an advantage).
• Network Anomaly Analysis : management, maintenance, monitoring, security event investigation and reporting (working knowledge of Darktrace or similar products is an advantage).

Cyber Security Analyst working pattern;

• In this role, you will be required to work on a rotation shift pattern. This consists of 12 hour shifts with a mixture of days and nights. The rota only requires working 2 weekend shifts per month.
• This is a hybrid role with the team currently working remotely. There is an expectancy to return to the office on a hybrid basis.

Our clients ambition is to be a diverse and inclusive company where people are truly free to be themselves. They can thrive, achieve their personal goals and innovate without limitations. We welcome everyone to apply.

• Family friendly, flexible working arrangements will be considered across all roles.
• Attractive salary
• 25 days of Annual leave + an option to purchase more through our Flexible Benefits
• Flex benefits system - exciting opportunity to choose your own benefits
• Retail discounts
• Pension - matching contribution up to 10%
• Private Medical Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Enrolment in our Share scheme - subject to scheme eligibility criteria
• Unlimited opportunities to learn in our Training platforms