Cyber Incident Management Analyst

BAE Systems; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and aerospace firm is seeking a Cyber Incident Management Analyst in Preston. This role involves applying cyber incident management expertise to support the incident response function, ensuring adherence to security standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in incident management and strong analytical skills. The position offers a competitive salary of circa £45,000 and a range of flexible benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in incident coordination and management.
• Experience with system management and security toolsets.
• Analytical background with ability to analyze complex data sets.
• Experience communicating with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Apply Cyber Incident Management knowledge within the Cyber Operations function.
• Support the delivery of the Incident Management capability.
• Ensure adherence to legal and professional standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to provide Incident Management function.

Skills

Incident coordination and management

SIEM, DLP, EDR, AV, IDS/IPS

Data analysis and interpretation

Communication with senior leadership

Job description

Job Title: Cyber Incident Management Analyst

Location: Preston. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Circa £45,000 depending on skills and experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Applying Cyber Incident Management knowledge, skills and training within the Cyber Operations function to meet strategic and tactical goals of the Cyber Incident Response & Investigations Team (CIRIT)
• Supporting the Cyber Incident Management Lead in the delivery of the Incident Management capability
• Works under general direction of the Lead , exercising substantial personal responsibility and autonomy . Uses substantial discretion in identifying and responding to complex issues and assignments. Escalates when issues when required
• Supports the CIRIT function to ensure the adherence to Legal, Regulatory, Ethical and professional standards as well as policies and directives governing security investigations and data privacy
• Collaborates with the wider business and key stakeholders to provide a professional and supportive Incident Management function

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Proven experience in incident coordination and management
• Experience of working with a range of system management and security toolsets in a technical capacity, such as SIEM, DLP, EDR, AV, IDS/IPS
• Analytical background with the ability to analyse and interpret large and complex data sets and articulate observations, conclusions and recommendations
• Experience of communicating with a variety or individuals including senior leadership and the ability to influence decisions

Desirable:

• Practical experience supporting Cyber Operations functions such as Detection, Intelligence, and Vulnerability Management

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Cyber Incident Response and Investigation Team (CIRIT):

The CIRIT responds to and investigates events and incidents, providing cross-disciplined incident management amongst BAE Systems stakeholders. The team’s responsibilities also include digital forensics expertise , sensitive investigative support and the insider risk monitoring work streams. With the Incident Management function of CIRIT, you’ll manage the response to incidents and investigations, in a consistent and holistic manner, ensuring all stages are handled appropriately.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 19th November 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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