Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Cyber Security Analyst to join our critical infrastructure protection team. This is an immediate hire opportunity for a security professional ready to defend against sophisticated cyber threats in a high-stakes government environment. You will play a pivotal role in safeguarding national revenue data and ensuring compliance with stringent security standards.
Why Join Us?
Work with cutting-edge technology, enjoy excellent benefits, and contribute to the resilience of the UK's financial infrastructure. We offer a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional growth within the Civil Service.
Responsibilities
- Threat Detection & Analysis: Monitor security events using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) to identify and mitigate potential breaches in real-time.
- Incident Response: Lead and coordinate incident response investigations, ensuring rapid containment and recovery from cyber attacks.
- Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and risk analysis to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
- Compliance & Governance: Ensure strict adherence to UK Government security frameworks (NCSC, ISO 27001, GDPR) and data protection policies.
- Security Operations: Manage and configure security controls, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection solutions.
- Collaboration: Work closely with IT teams, auditors, and external partners to enhance the organization's security posture.
Qualifications
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, IT, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- Certifications: Professional certification such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CEH is highly desirable.
- Clearance: Eligibility for UK Government Security Clearance (SC or DV) is mandatory.
- Experience: Minimum 4-5 years of experience in Cyber Security, Incident Response, or SOC operations.
- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of network protocols, firewalls, encryption, and Linux/Windows administration.
- Tools: Hands-on experience with security tools such as FireEye, CrowdStrike, or similar EDR solutions.