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Information Security Analyst

RAC
West Midlands
6 days ago
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RAC have an exciting opportunity for an Information Security Analyst to join our dynamic and collaborative Security Operations team. This role is central to supporting the organisation’s cybersecurity posture through proactive monitoring, detection, and response activities across multiple domains including threat intelligence, incident response, and vulnerability management.


We offer a flexible hybrid working model, with the option to be based at any of our offices in Bristol, Manchester, or the Midlands. For the right candidate, this role offers full flexibility with no fixed office days—allowing you to tailor your working pattern to suit your location and lifestyle.You’ll work closely with the Security Architect & Engineering Manager to deliver robust security operations, insightful threat analysis, and technical expertise that strengthens our cyber resilience.


In addition to core responsibilities, you’ll also contribute to making enhancements across the business function, support project-based work, and help reduce organisational risk through continuous improvement and proactive security initiatives, offering technical engineering support.


Key Responsibilities


Security Monitoring & Incident Response

Perform triage, analysis, and response actions to security alerts. Conduct cyber incident response including digital forensic analysis and technical reporting. Act independently in complex scenarios, including those outside standard playbooks.

Detection & Threat Intelligence

Enhance detection capabilities across endpoint, network, and SIEM platforms. Conduct threat hunting and apply threat intelligence to improve security posture. Advise technical teams and mentor junior analysts.

Operational Support

Support vulnerability and access management operations. Collaborate with IT and digital teams, managed service providers, and InfoSec colleagues.

What You’ll Need


This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations and a passion for defending digital environments. You’ll bring a strong analytical mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving.


Essential Skills & Experience

2–3 years of SOC or incident handling experience. Experience in monitoring security tools and analysing alerts. Proficiency in digital forensic techniques and cyber incident response. Understanding of offensive tactics and blue team defence strategies. Familiarity with threat hunting and detection engineering. General coding/scripting knowledge is a plus. Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills. Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Education & Qualifications

A degree is not required, but candidates may hold a BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Cybersecurity. Professional certifications (e.g., GCIA, GCIH, GCTI, GMON, CISSP) are beneficial.

In return, we offer


At the RAC, our colleagues do whatever it takes to help our customers. And we believe in rewarding you in return. As well as a competitive salary, there’s also an annual bonus scheme in place. Plus, you’ll have all these extra benefits


· FREE RAC Breakdown cover from day one

Car salary sacrifice scheme – including offers on electric vehicles Group Life Assurance of up to 4 x salary Colleague Share Scheme – a unique opportunity to become an owner of our business and share in the future success of the RAC Health and wellbeing benefits – including healthcare cash plan and private medical insurance and a number of lifestyle discounted benefit

We’re committed to developing a culture that is representative of the diverse communities we serve and one which is open, accessible, collaborative, and inclusive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.

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