Cyber Security Analyst
Posted: 6 days ago
Job Description
We’re looking for a proactive and skilled Cyber Security Analyst to join our team in an exciting new role! You’ll be at the forefront of protecting our organization’s digital environment, using cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Sentinel and Defender. Your role will involve monitoring and responding to security threats, automating incident workflows, and strengthening our endpoint and email security.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities: Monitor, detect and respond to security alerts using Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, and IronscalesManage security logs, automate incident responses, oversee endpoint protection, investigate threats, and remediate vulnerabilitiesInvestigate and remediate endpoint threats and vulnerabilitiesCorrelate security events and develop automated playbooks in SentinelSupport threat hunting activities and contribute to incident response effortsManage phishing alerts and user-reported incidents through IronscalesCollaborate with the London-based cyber security team to ensure global coverage and knowledge sharingMaintain documentation of incidents, response actions, and detection rulesContribute to continuous improvement of detection logic, workflows, and user awareness initiativesTo complete any reasonable instruction from a more senior personThis should not be regarded as an exhaustive list of duties and the job description may be amended from time to time. QualificationsBachelor Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience in a cyber security or SOC analyst role (2 years +) Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft DefenderFamiliarity with Ironscales or similar email security platformsStrong understanding of security operations, incident response, and threat detectionExperience with SIEM tools, log analytics, and security automationGood communication skills and ability to work in a distributed team environmentStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesKeen eye for automation of security operations centre (SOC) Additional Information22 days annual leave (increasing to 25 after 1years service and with length of service) Free breakfast and lunch in our onsite canteen “The Hangar” Opportunity to attend events with the team around the UK and EuropeCareer progression and development opportunities including upskilling & certificationsFree onsite gym – including classes Free onsite parking Private healthcare and pension 2x charitable days per year Cycle to work scheme
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