Cyber Security Analyst (Microsoft Sentinel/SIEM)

Cyber Security Analyst (Microsoft Sentinel/SIEM)

Posted 7 days ago by Salt

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£400 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
London, UK
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Cyber Incident Response Cyber Security Log Analysis Microsoft 365 Root Cause Analysis Security Information And Event Management (SIEM) Threat Detection Vulnerability Vulnerability Assessments

Summary: The Cyber Security Analyst role involves supporting a local government body in North London by enhancing their cyber security measures, particularly through monitoring and incident response using Microsoft Sentinel. This hybrid contract position requires two days on-site work each week, with the remainder being remote. The successful candidate will be integral to improving the organization's security posture and collaborating with IT teams. The contract is rolling, with potential for extension beyond the initial three months.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor security alerts and log data using Microsoft Sentinel and related SIEM tools
  • Respond to security incidents, performing root cause analysis and recommending remediations
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and support threat detection activities
  • Assist with the configuration and optimisation of the organisation's security infrastructure
  • Collaborate with technical teams to ensure best practices in information security are maintained

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience in a cyber security analyst or SOC analyst role
  • Strong hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel and broader SIEM technologies
  • Solid understanding of threat detection, log analysis, and incident response workflows
  • Experience working in a public sector or regulated environment is highly desirable
  • Ability to clearly communicate security issues and provide actionable advice to stakeholders

Salary (Rate): £400/day

City: North London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Cyber Security Analyst - Local Government - Contract

£400 per day | Inside IR35 | Hybrid (2 days on-site in North London) | Rolling 3-month contract

Salt is partnered with a forward-thinking local government body in North London seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to support their internal IT and security teams on a key programme of work. This is a hybrid contract role, with two days per week on-site and the remainder remote.

You'll play a central role in monitoring, analysing, and improving the organisation's cyber security posture - particularly around SIEM and incident response, with a strong focus on Microsoft Sentinel.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor security alerts and log data using Microsoft Sentinel and related SIEM tools
  • Respond to security incidents, performing root cause analysis and recommending remediations
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and support threat detection activities
  • Assist with the configuration and optimisation of the organisation's security infrastructure
  • Collaborate with technical teams to ensure best practices in information security are maintained

Essential Experience:

  • Proven experience in a cyber security analyst or SOC analyst role
  • Strong hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel and broader SIEM technologies
  • Solid understanding of threat detection, log analysis, and incident response workflows
  • Experience working in a public sector or regulated environment is highly desirable
  • Ability to clearly communicate security issues and provide actionable advice to stakeholders

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract in the public sector, offering real scope for extension and ongoing project work.

Start date: ASAP

Contract length: 3 months initially, with extensions expected

Rate: £400/day (Inside IR35)

Location: North London - 2 days per week on-site, rest remote

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements

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