Cyber Security Analyst

Furness Building Society; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to bolster their IT team. In this role, you will support cyber security governance, maintain security across various environments, and develop crucial policies. The ideal candidate has experience with Microsoft 365 security tools, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. This position offers 25 days of holiday, competitive pensions, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Competitive pension with up to 10% contribution

Comprehensive benefit package

Qualifications

• CompTIA Security+ and/or Microsoft Security Operations Analyst certifications are desirable.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 security tooling is required.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Cyber Security Officer in governance and compliance activities.
• Maintain security posture across cloud, endpoint and network environments.
• Develop and maintain policies and processes in GRC platform.
• Monitor tooling such as Defender, Purview, and Intune.
• Assist with cyber risk assessments and identify control gaps.
• Monitor alerts and incidents, ensuring timely response.

Skills

CompTIA Security+

Microsoft Security Operations Analyst

Microsoft 365 security tooling

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Collaborative approach

Tools

Defender

Purview

Intune

Sentinel

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an innovative and confident individual to join our IT Team as a Cyber Security Analyst. We are driven by our values, putting the community first in everything we do. We expect our colleagues’ values to align with ours, trusting them to be genuine and responsible. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and will consider all applicants.

In this role you will:

• Support the Cyber Security Officer in assuring the effectiveness of the Society’s cyber security controls, governance and compliance activities.
• Maintain a strong security posture across cloud, endpoint and network environments, aligned to frameworks such as ISO-27001, NIST and Zero Trust principles.
• Develop and Maintain policies, processes, procedures and evidence within the Society’s GRC platform.
• Support internal and external audits, preparing cyber evidence submissions.
• Monitor tooling such as - Defender, Purview, Intune and Sentinel etc.
• Assist with cyber risk assessments, identifying control gaps and tracking remediation plans.
• Monitor alerts, incidents and vulnerabilities, working with Infrastructure and SOC colleagues to ensure timely response.

What you will bring:

• CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Security Operations Analyst or equivalent (desirable).
• Experience with Microsoft 365 security tooling (Defender, Purview, Intune, Sentinel).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• A collaborative, self-motivated and solutions-focused approach.

What you can expect from us:

• Minimum 25 days holidays, plus Bank Holidays, Birthday Holiday, Celebration Day, Moving House Day.
• Competitive pension with up to 10% employer contribution.
• A comprehensive benefit package.