Security Cleared (DV) Cyber Security Analyst

Summary: The role of Security Cleared (DV) Cyber Security Analyst involves supporting the Cyber Threat Analysis Centre (CTAC) for a UK Secure Account by conducting escalated investigations and enhancing cyber threat detection capabilities. The analyst will collaborate with junior and senior team members to perform log analysis, threat detection, and incident triage while mentoring Tier 1 staff. This position is critical for improving the organization's response to cyber threats and ensuring effective incident management. A valid SC/DV clearance is required prior to starting the role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct escalated triage and threat analysis of security events raised by Tier 1 Analysts.
• Use SIEM tools and Kusto Query Language (KQL) for log correlation and deep analysis.
• Escalate critical threats to Tier 3 Analysts with well-documented incident details.
• Investigate anomalous behaviour and enrich data using OSINT techniques.
• Monitor threat landscape and report evolving threats to improve CTAC awareness.
• Contribute to tuning detection rules, reducing false positives, and improving alert fidelity.
• Follow and improve SOC playbooks and incident response workflows.
• Mentor Tier 1 Analysts through knowledge-sharing and hands-on guidance.
• Assist in developing and validating new detection rules and threat use cases.

Key Skills:

• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, Windows/Linux environments, and user authentication.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (eg, Azure Sentinel, ArcSight) and familiarity with XDR platforms.
• Demonstrable KQL skills for filtering, correlating, and analysing logs.
• Working knowledge of OSINT for threat intelligence and contextual enrichment.
• Effective communicator - both technical and non-technical - with solid reporting skills.
• Able to work under pressure, manage own workload, and respond consistently in high-tempo environments.
• Experience working in a SOC or equivalent security operations environment.
• Committed to professional development and continual learning.

Salary (Rate): £485

City: Glasgow

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT