Job Description

Salary; Up to £50,000 DOE

As aCyber Security Analyst, you will play a critical role inthreat detection, incident response, and digital forensics. You will be responsible fortriaging and escalating security incidents, analysing attack vectors, andcoordinating response effortswith cybersecurity, privacy, compliance, and legal teams.

This hybrid role requires candidates to work remotely, with one day a week travel to client sites.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

Threat Detection & Incident Response:

• Monitor, analyse, and triage security events, escalating threats to appropriate teams.
  
• Assist in responding tocybersecurity, policy, and privacy-related incidents.
  
• Contain and remediate security breaches, leveragingIndicators of Compromise (IOCs)andTactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs).
  
• Work withCyber Defence, Privacy, Compliance, Legal, and Architecture teamsto ensure incidents are handled effectively.
  
• Preservedigital evidenceand document findings usingforensically sound methods.
  

Security Operations & Analysis:

• Performhost-based digital forensics, primarily onMicrosoft Windows systems(with some exposure to Linux/macOS).
  
• Conductnetwork forensics and analysisof logs, malicious artefacts, and structured/unstructured data.
  
• Identify and addressdeficiencies in security processes and tools, recommending corrective actions and security controls.
  
• Work withSIEM and EDR technologiesto analyse threats and develop response strategies.
  
• Liaise with threat intelligence teamsto improve security detection and mitigation.
  

Collaboration & Risk Management:

• Collaborate with key stakeholdersto drivesecurity best practices and policiesacross the organization.
  
• Integrate withsecurity architects, privacy officers, and compliance teamsto assess cyber risks and implement security measures.
  
• Contribute toincident response run-booksand refine procedures forthreat detection, forensic analysis, and response.
  

Key Requirements:

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Experience in cybersecurity operations, includingIncident Response, Digital Forensics, Threat Hunting, or Vulnerability Management.
  
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• Strong understanding ofattack vectors, current cyber threats, and security remediation strategies.
  
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, and asset isolation tools(e.g.,CrowdStrike, Darktrace, Microsoft Sentinel).
  
• Network security expertise(includingOSI Model, TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, SMTP).
  
• Experienceanalysing network data (packets, logs) and endpoint data (malicious artefacts).
  
• Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
  
• Scripting and automation skills(Python, PowerShell, Bash, KQL) for security operations and threat hunting.
  

Certifications & Qualifications (Preferred but Not Required):

• Bachelor’s DegreeinCyber Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Digital Forensics(or equivalent work experience).
  
• Industry-recognizedCyber Security certifications, such as:
  
  • Security+, CCNA Cyber Ops, BTL1, BTL2, GCIH, CEH, CySA+, OSCP, CCSP.
    

Desirable Skills & Industry Experience:

• Knowledge ofISO 27001 standards, GDPR compliance, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks.
  
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms and proactive cyber defence measures.
  

Benefits

What We Offer:

Requirements
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in full-stack development. Strong experience working with Node.js, JavaScript, and modern front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js. Proven experience in building and consuming RESTful APIs. Front-End Expertise: Proficient in front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript) and frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js. Back-End Expertise: Experience in back-end development with Node.js and working with databases (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL). Cloud Platforms: Demonstrable experience with AWS and Azure services for building, deploying, and managing applications. DevOps Knowledge: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and serverless architectures. Version Control: Proficient with Git and version control best practices. Additional Attributes: Ability to work effectively in an Agile environment. Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.