Cyber Security Analyst Liverpool, England
Job description
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cyber Security Analyst to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in safeguarding our organisation's digital assets and information.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, network principals, an understanding of network security, threat landscapes, and mitigation strategies, along with a proactive and analytical mindset to identify and respond to potential security incidents.
As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of our cybersecurity strategies, policies, and practices to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our systems and data
Key Objectives
o Monitor and analyse security alerts, incidents, and logs to identify potential security breaches, intrusions, and vulnerabilities.
o Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks.
o Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies to continuously enhance the organisation's security posture.
o Investigate security incidents, breaches, and breaches to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
o Assist in the deployment, configuration, and management of security tools and technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection solutions.
o Contribute to the creation and maintenance of cybersecurity documentation, including policies, procedures, guidelines, and best practices.
o Provide guidance and support to end users on cyber security related matters, promoting security awareness and best practices.
o Analysing and making recommendations to improve network, system and application architectures.
o Helping to manage all aspects of the vulnerability management lifecycle.
o You will work towards the ongoing maintenance and renewal of our company's security accreditations such as Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus, ensuring that we meet and exceed the established requirements.
o Internal collaboration focusing on security standards within application build and delivery, including automated code review.
o Supply Chain risk monitoring and management.
o Any other tasks or projects commensurate with grade.
Skills and Experience
Desirable
o Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, PNPT, OSCP) are a plus.
o Experience in conducting security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management.
o Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, Python
o Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, PNPT, OSCP) are a plus.
o Experience with application, web application and database security
o Knowledge of compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, NCSC CAF, SOC2) and regulatory requirements
Essential
o Proven experience (5 years) working in a cybersecurity analyst role or similar capacity.
o Experience with security monitoring, incident response, and forensics.
o Experience with working to remediate/mitigate identified vulnerabilities and technical issues.
o Working experience with the following security tools such as Vulnerability scanning, vulnerability management, SIEM, Endpoint Security, IDS/IPS, Purple Knight, Ping Castle.
o Technical knowledge of enterprise-class technologies such as firewalls, routers, switches, wireless access points, VPNs, and desktop and server operating systems
o Solid understanding of networking protocols, operating systems, and security architectures.
o Thorough understanding of Active Directory, Windows server and desktop operating systems. Linux operating system experience.
o Ethical mindset with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
o Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyse and interpret complex security data.
o Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
o Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
o Demonstrated commitment to staying up-to-date with industry trends, threats, and best practices.
Employee Benefits
o Life Assurance – 4 x salary for all employees
o Vitality Private Medical Insurance
o Simply Health Cash Plan
o Contributory pension scheme
o Minimum 22 days holiday, rising 1 day per year for the first four years.
o Hybrid working policy
o Cycle to work scheme
o Paid volunteering scheme
o Team building days and social events
o Training budget
o Annual business and performance related bonus
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Application question(s):
- The successful candidate must meet the requirements in order to obtain Security Clearance, this includes residing in the UK for a minimum of three years prior to date of application. Do you meet this requirement?
Ability to Commute:
- Liverpool, L2 (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Liverpool, L2
