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Security Analyst

ANS
Greater Manchester
3 months ago
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The role

Joining us as a Security Analyst, you will be working in a busy, 247 SoC, while working with some of the most advanced enterprise grade cyber defence technology. Our Managed Detection and Response, and Extended Detection and Response services are based on the world’s best security technology; and you'll get to work alongside a team of security cleared, experienced analysts and engineers, who work to keep our SMB and Enterprise customers safe from cyber threats 24/7/365. ANS will support your learning and development throughout your career journey through completion of certifications accompanied by paid study leave.

What will I be doing? 

Triage and investigation of Security Incidents in Sentinel Tunning of Alerts in Sentinel Tuning security alerting and prevention rulesets Managing security technologies Communicating with clients during an incident (email and phone) On-boarding of customers into Managed XDR services Monitoring and responding to SOC alerts Assisting with compromise investigations and e-discovery requests Liaising with clients via ticket and phone call and also during incidents Reviewing vulnerability scans and providing remediation advice to clients Proactive monitoring of clients solutions Assisting Sales/Account managers with client security

What will I bring to the role?

A good understanding of the following technologies is required:

Previous Security engineering or Security Operations experience, ideally within another MSSP Microsoft sentinel Microsoft Defender A good understanding of Microsoft Cloud Technologies Experience with Linux & Windows operating systems Knowledge of syslog and event viewer Incident response Network Defence NIST CVSS Vulnerabilities and scoring system OS specific log data Knowledge of secure development principles and OWASP top 10

Essential:

Candidate must be capable of achieving HMG Security Clearance, which requires 5 years of UK residence This role includes shift pattern work, including nights 

Why work for ANS?

At ANS, we’ve created a place where everyone can be themselves, and we empower our people to get the job done. Openness, ambition, honesty, and passion are what drive us every day. We are bold, courageous, and innovative – and we do it like no other. We invest in our people. In training, development, health and more – we give you the benefits and flexibility to maintain a happy work-life balance.

We’re proud of the inclusive, fun, dynamic environment we’ve created. It’s a safe space that works for all. You don’t have to be a techie to work in tech. Bring your authentic self and find your dream role here. Find out more at .

What’s in it for you?

With fantastic benefits, an inclusive culture, and a cool office space, we’re your kind of workplace.

Company benefits

As standard: 25 days’ holiday, plus you can buy up to 5 more daysA little extra:we’ll give you yourbirthday off,and an extracelebration dayfor whatever you want!Tying the knot? You get 5 days’ additional holiday in the year you get married. Oh, and 5volunteer days! Private health insurance Pension contribution match and 4 x life assuranceFlexible workingandwork from anywherefor up to 30 days per year (some exceptions) Maternity: 16 weeks’ full pay, Paternity: 3 weeks’ full pay, Adoption: 16 weeks’ full pay Company social events – get ready for a jam-packed calendar Electric car scheme 12 days of personal growth development time

ANS are an equal opportunities employer. We encourage diversity and anyone applying for a role at our organisation can be assured that their application will be treated fairly, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, gender expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and sex or sexual orientation. We sometimes ask for information relating to individuals for equal opportunities monitoring purposes only.

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