Monitor security alerts and investigate potential security incidents.
Perform regular vulnerability assessments and security audits.
Analyse logs and network traffic for suspicious activity.
Develop and maintain incident response procedures and security policies.
Coordinate with IT and development teams to apply security patches and configurations.
Support security awareness training and phishing simulations.
Participate in threat intelligence gathering and reporting.
Document findings, actions taken, and produce security reports.
Ensure compliance with security frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials Plus).
Assist in risk assessments and third-party vendor security evaluations.
Own internal and external security Audits such as NIST, Pen testing and Cyber Essentials Plus.

Proven experience in a cyber security role, with hands-on experience in security technologies and tools.
Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional qualification or experience.
Strong understanding and experience of development tools and practices, cloud computing platforms, networking concepts, protocols, and security principles.
Strong knowledge of cloud security principles and practices, especially in cloud environments like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Familiarity with security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus, and encryption.
Knowledge of vulnerability scanning and penetration testing tools.
Understanding of incident response principles and practices.
Familiarity with TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, and general networking concepts.
Knowledge of threat landscape, malware behaviour, and attack vectors.
Relevant certifications, such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
Experience with security tools such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) and endpoint protection solutions.

Annual performance based bonus, up to 10%
25 days annual leave, plus eight bank holidays
Up to 8% pension contribution
Financial support and time off for study relevant to your role, plus a professional membership subscription
Employee referral scheme (up to £1500), and colleague recognition scheme
Family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity leave and shared parental leave
Free, confidential employee assistance, including financial management, family care, mental health, and on-call GP service
Three paid volunteering days a year
Season ticket loan and cycle to work schemes
Family savings on days out and English Heritage, gym discounts, cash back and discounts at selected retailers
Employee resource groups

Cyber Security Analyst

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