Cyber Security Analyst

NRG Resourcing Ltd
Bath
8 months ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Cyber Security Analyst

Cyber Security Analyst

Cyber Security Analyst - Training Course

GRC Analyst - Cyber Security

Trainee Cyber Security Analyst - Training Course

SOC Threat Detection Analyst

We’re looking for an experienced

Cyber Security Analyst

to join our client's team and play a key role in safeguarding our client’s digital environment. This is a broad, hands-on role that touches all corners of cyber operations - from incident response to awareness campaigns, tooling oversight and project work. This is afnatastic opportunity for a Cyber Security professional who wants to join a forward thinking, collaborative and progressive organisation where you can make a real impact.
What you’ll be doing:

Leading and supporting

cyber incident management

across the business, ensuring timely and effective response.

Managing and maintaining

security tooling

and systems, including Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and the wider MS security stack.

Supporting and promoting

cyber awareness

initiatives, helping users understand threats and best practices.

Reviewing and approving

security requests

related to new software and hardware.

Liaising with internal teams and outsourced providersensuring alignment on threat detection and response.

Responding to security queries and requests from across the organisation, providing clear, practical guidance.

Involvement in

security assurance activities

and participation in wider cyber projects and initiatives.

What we’re looking for:

Proven experience in

incident management

and

cyber incident response .

Strong all-round cyber knowledge, ideally in an internal IT or hybrid enterprise setting.

Familiarity with

Microsoft 365 ,

Defender ,

Sentinel , and broader Microsoft security tooling.

Experience working alongside an external SOC or MSSP provider.

A proactive, collaborative approach – someone who’s comfortable fielding queries and helping others improve their security posture.

Interviews are looking to happen quickly so do not waste any time, get your CV across and let's have a chat.

NRG is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of any protected characteristic. Our aim is to create an environment that encourages diversity, builds on individual differences, and responds equitably to the needs of all. We proactively take steps to fulfil our legal obligations, remove barriers, monitor for fairness, reflect the communities we serve, and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for breaches of our Equality and Diversity policy.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Careers

How Many Cyber Security Tools Do You Need to Know to Get a Cyber Security Job?

If you are trying to build or move forward in a cyber security career, it can feel like the list of tools you are expected to know never ends. One job advert asks for SIEM platforms, another mentions penetration testing tools, another lists cloud security, threat intelligence platforms, endpoint detection, scripting languages and compliance frameworks. Scroll LinkedIn and it gets worse. Everyone seems to “know” dozens of tools, certifications and platforms. Here is the reality most cyber security hiring managers agree on: they are not hiring you because you know every tool. They are hiring you because you understand risk, can think like an attacker and a defender, follow process, communicate clearly and make good decisions under pressure. Tools matter — but only when they support those outcomes. So how many cyber security tools do you actually need to know to get a job? For most job seekers, the answer is far fewer than you think. This article explains what employers really expect, which tools are essential, which are role-specific and how to focus your learning so you look credible, not overwhelmed.

Jobs

What Hiring Managers Look for First in Cyber Security Job Applications (UK Guide)

If you want to stand out in the highly competitive world of cyber security job applications, you need to understand what hiring managers look for before they even finish reading a CV. Cyber security hiring managers scan applications quickly and with specific priorities in mind. They assess not just your technical ability, but your judgement, professionalism, clarity, risk awareness and evidence of impact. This guide explains what hiring managers look for first in cyber security applications across roles like Security Analyst, Security Engineer, Penetration Tester, Incident Responder, Security Architect, Governance Risk and Compliance specialists and Cloud Security positions. Use this as a practical, step-by-step checklist to sharpen your CV, LinkedIn profile, cover letter and portfolio before you apply on www.cybersecurityjobs.tech .

Education

The Skills Gap in Cyber Security Jobs: What Universities Aren’t Teaching

Cyber security has become one of the most critical disciplines in the modern economy. From protecting financial systems and healthcare data to securing national infrastructure, cloud platforms and supply chains, cyber security professionals now sit at the frontline of digital trust. Demand for cyber security talent in the UK has surged. Job vacancies remain high, salaries continue to rise, and organisations across every sector report difficulty hiring skilled professionals. Yet despite this demand, many graduates struggle to break into cyber security roles and employers consistently report that candidates are not job-ready. The problem is not intelligence, ambition or academic effort. It is a persistent and widening skills gap between university education and real-world cyber security work. This article explores that gap in depth: what universities teach well, what they routinely miss, why the gap exists, what employers actually want, and how jobseekers can bridge the divide to build sustainable careers in cyber security.

🍪 We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience on our website. By continuing to use this site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. You can review our Cookie Policy for more information.