IT Security Analyst | Cyber Security Analyst

IT Security Analyst | Cyber Security Analyst

Working from home 3 days a week.

This role will act as the day-to-day Security Analyst and will be responsible for supporting the information security functions and continually improving information and cyber security processes and defences.

This role will be pivotal in supporting security strategy and in ensuring the business maintains their Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation.

A day in the life:

Monitor and analyse computer systems for security issues
Investigate security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents
Install security measures and operate software to protect systems and information infrastructure, including firewalls and data encryption programs
Document security breaches and assess the damage they cause
Work with the security team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities
Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard
Perform penetration testing
Support a cyber security service to proactively prevent attack through the reduction of attack vectors, support a cyber incident response plan (CIRP), business continuity and disaster recovery strategy, and cyber insurance, in the event an attack occurs. As part of which, you will proactively monitor, respond to and remediate any threats through a managed Security Operations Centre (SOC).

What you'll need:

At least three years' experience in information security or a related field
Experience with computer network penetration testing and techniques
Understanding of firewalls, proxies, SIEM, antivirus, and IDPS concepts
Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities and explain how to avoid them Excellent time management and communication skills
Strong ability to research technical challenges and learn quickly to provide security guidance
Demonstrated ability of analytical expertise, close attention to detail, critical thinking, logic, and solution-oriented
Ability to administer network and host-based tools for pen testing & ethical hacking products
Knowledge of host compromise & malware injection techniques
Experience with cloud infrastructure and provisioning technology

Benefits include: Hybrid working, 29 days holiday plus bank holidays and a generous pension scheme