Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Job Description

We are expanding our Cyber security offer and have exciting opportunities for all cybersecurity experts to come and join the UKs leading independent IT consultancyAbout UsWere an innovative tech consultancy - a team of problem solvers. Since 1993 weve been finding better ways to solve complex technology problems for some of the worlds leading organisations and delivered solutions that millions of people use every day.We bring together experts from diverse backgrounds and experiences in a collaborative and open culture to deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients, and a stimulating and rewarding environment for our people.About the RoleThis role would suit an experienced candidate in a similar, security focussed role (Cyber, IT Security, SOC Analyst, Cyber Engineer, SIEM Engineer etc), who is looking to progress their career in a forward-thinking cloud-first organisation.Some of the Responsibilities include:

• Providing expert advice to our client on all aspects of cybersecurity
• Monitoring client estate to identify security issues or incidents (Threat Hunting)
• Monitor, Investigate, and perform root cause analysis on Security alerts and Incidents from multiple information sources
• Investigate and analyse security matters, identify methods and solutions in response to security related queries
• Perform root cause analysis of security incidents and participate in post-incident reviews to provide practical recommendations for improving threat detection and incident response capabilities and overall security posture
• Develop procedures to maintain security and protect systems from unauthorised use and acts of abuse
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the security systems by monitoring system performance, configuration, maintenance, versioning, and repair
• Identify and promote continual service improvement of all cyber security systems

Experience Required for the role:

• Solid experience in a similar technical Cyber/IT Security/InfoSec based role (e.g., SOC Analyst, Cyber Engineer, SIEM Engineer)
• Experience with security tool sets (SIEM, EDR, NDR, Packet Capture / Analysis, etc.)
• Hands on experience of SIEM & FIM monitoring
• The ability to contextualise, categorise and prioritise security events, incidents, and alerts
• Knowledge of security framework and standards implementation (NiST, ISO27001, PCI-DSS, etc)
• Demonstrable passion and enthusiasm for security, including the ability to keep current with the latest threats, technologies, and trends
• Thorough understanding of adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures
• Knowledge of infrastructure, cloud, virtualisation and network concepts and technologies, particularly in a Microsoft-centric environment
• Strong attention to detail with an analytical mindset and the ability to spot and investigate anomalous behaviour

About YouTo be qualified for this role, you should hold a degree in a relevant field, like Cyber Security, Computer Science, IT or Software Engineering or the equivalent level of experience. An understanding of Microsoft, AWS or GCP technologies.If youre naturally inquisitive, a helper, enjoy assisting people with software or infrastructure issues and are able to explain technical details simply, wed like to meet you.The role will have flexible working hours on a shift system and will possibly include occasional late-night shifts or out of hours working.Ultimately, you will be a person our customers trust and hey will rely on you to provide timely and accurate solutions to their technical problems.Requirements for the role:

• BSc degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or relevant industry experience
• Proven work experience as a Technical Support Engineer, Desktop Support Engineer, IT Help Desk Technician, or similar role
• Understanding or additional certification in Microsoft, AWS, Google, or similar technologies such as Terraform
• Hands-on experience with Windows/Linux/Mac OS environments
• Good understanding of computer systems, mobile devices, and other tech products
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot basic technical issues
• Familiarity with remote desktop applications and help desk software (eg. Jira, ServiceNow)
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to provide step-by-step technical help, both written and verbal

Some of the Perks

• A collaborative and inspiring environment working alongside some of the best tech people in the industry
• Hybrid working - you can vary your working location to allow you to collaborate better, feed your creativity, and take the time and space to focus when you need it
• Training opportunities and incentives - we support professional certifications across engineering and non-engineering roles
• Flexible benefits allowance - you can spend on additional pension contributions, healthcare, dental and more
• We partner with Lifeworks to offer wellbeing support to our employees
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)
• Giving back - the ability to get involved nationally and regionally with partnerships to get people from different backgrounds into tech
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Discounts - we have preferred rates from dozens of retail, lifestyle and utility brands
• An industry-leading referral scheme
• Flexible holiday buy/sell option
• Electric vehicle scheme
• GymFlex gym membership program

Please note: any applicants must be able to gain valid SC clearance.