Cyber Security Analyst

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Cyber Security Analyst to join a growing Information Security team within a modern, cloud-first environment. This role is ideal for someone with around 12-24 months of cyber security or IT security experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive team using industry-leading technologies.

Working alongside experienced security professionals, you'll help monitor, investigate and respond to cyber security events across a global environment. You'll gain hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, email security, vulnerability management and security automation while continuing to build your technical knowledge.

The Role

• Monitor and investigate security alerts using SIEM and endpoint security platforms.
• Support incident response activities, including phishing, malware and security investigations.
• Manage security tickets and requests, ensuring SLAs are met.
• Assist with vulnerability scanning and remediation activities.
• Support email security administration and reported phishing investigations.
• Help maintain Data Loss Prevention (DLP) controls and data protection processes.
• Work closely with Infrastructure, Service Desk, Networks and Development teams to improve security across the business.
• Keep documentation and security processes up to date.
• Stay current with emerging cyber threats and security best practice.

About You

• Around 1-2 years' experience within Cyber Security, Information Security, IT Security or a Service Desk role with security responsibilities.
• Understanding of security concepts including phishing, malware, vulnerability management and incident response.
• Exposure to SIEM, EDR/XDR or Microsoft security technologies would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and cloud environments.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Passionate about cyber security and keen to continue learning.
• Relevant certifications (CompTIA Security+, CySA+, SC-200, Blue Team Level 1 or similar) are desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Birthday off
• Company pension
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Profit Share Scheme
• Excellent training, mentoring and career progression opportunities

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The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.