Cyber Security Analyst / Operations Engineer

IT Graduate Recruitment
London, United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
£30,000 pa

Salary

£30,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Entry
Education
Degree
Posted
15 May 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Benefits

Competitive Package Career Development Hands-On Experience Training & Mentorship Varied Responsibilities Collaborative Culture

Operations Engineer

Location: London / Hybrid

Salary: Highly Competitive + Benefits

Launch or develop your cybersecurity career with a fast-growing technology business delivering cutting-edge managed security services to a diverse client base.

We’re looking for a motivated and technically capable Operations Engineer to join a collaborative operations team focused on delivering high-quality cybersecurity and IT support solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong technical foundations who wants hands-on exposure to cybersecurity operations, infrastructure, and client engagement in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

Deploy and manage security solutions across customer environments

Investigate and resolve technical support and operational issues

Perform troubleshooting across networks, systems, and security platforms

Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular service reviews

Support general IT administration and systems management tasks

Work closely with internal technical teams on security operations initiatives

Gain exposure to SOC operations and penetration testing activities

What We’re Looking For

Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, or a related field

Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and IT infrastructure

Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft operating systems

Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and security best practices

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities effectively

Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

Proactive mindset with a strong work ethic and customer-focused approach

Desirable (Not Essential)

Previous experience in IT support, cybersecurity, or systems administration

Certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or Network+

Exposure to SOC environments, security monitoring, or penetration testing

Experience in a client-facing technical role

Understanding of endpoint security, vulnerability management, or threat detection tools

Why Join

Career Development – Opportunity to grow within cybersecurity and operations

Hands-On Experience – Exposure to real-world enterprise security environments

Training & Mentorship – Work alongside experienced security professionals

Varied Responsibilities – Mix of technical support, infrastructure, and security operations

Collaborative Culture – Supportive team environment with ongoing learning opportunities

Competitive Package – Strong salary and benefits package available

Apply Now

If you’re looking to build your career in cybersecurity operations and gain experience across security, infrastructure, and client-facing technology environments, we’d love to hear from you.

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