Cyber Security Analyst

Summary: The Cyber Security Analyst is a mid-level contract position within the Cyber Threat Analysis Centre (CTAC), focusing on advanced analysis of cyber threats and incident response. This role involves collaboration with both senior and junior analysts to enhance SOC operations and support Tier 1 Analysts. The position requires a strong understanding of networking concepts and proficiency in various security tools and languages. The analyst will also be responsible for creating reports and managing workloads effectively in a high-pressure environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth analysis of potential cyber threats and incidents.
• Support the development and training of Tier 1 Analysts.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless SOC operations.
• Utilize SIEM solutions for monitoring and log analysis.
• Communicate technical issues clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Create structured reports outlining findings from investigations.
• Manage personal workload to ensure timely task completion.
• Function efficiently during high-pressure situations in incident management.
• Engage in continuous learning of new technologies and techniques.

Key Skills:

• Advanced networking concepts and traffic flow understanding.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating environments.
• Experience with SIEM solutions and basic XDR platforms.
• Proficiency in Kusto Query Language (KQL).
• Familiarity with open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques.
• Effective communication skills with team members and stakeholders.
• Ability to create concise and structured reports.
• Strong workload management skills.
• Willingness to collaborate and learn from experienced analysts.
• Ability to perform under pressure in incident management.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Farnborough

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT