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We're looking for an experienced Senior Cyber Security Analyst to play a key role in protecting our client's systems, networks, and data. This is an exciting opportunity to lead on threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management, while driving continuous improvement across the organisation's security posture.

You'll collaborate closely with infrastructure, development, and compliance teams to maintain high standards of cyber resilience and uphold key frameworks such as ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management activities

  • Strengthen cyber security posture across cloud, infrastructure, and applications

  • Provide expert guidance to development teams on secure SDLC practices

  • Maintain compliance with ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus standards

  • Mentor junior analysts and support SOC process development

    Key Skills & Experience:

  • Strong technical background in cyber security

  • Experience with application, cloud (AWS), and infrastructure security

  • Proven hands-on experience with EDR/NDR tools, particularly CrowdStrike

  • Proficient with Linux and databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Apache, and PHP

  • Knowledge of ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, and general security frameworks

    What you get in return:

  • Up to £60,000 per annum + bonus + benefits

  • Hybrid working (3 days in office)

  • Opportunity to take ownership of key cyber initiatives

  • Professional development and training support

    This company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

    Interested?

    Please submit your CV to Meg Kewley at DCS Recruitment via the link provided.

    DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality

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