Cyber Security Analyst

TSAT; Chatham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational Trust is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to enhance its cyber resilience. You will lead security monitoring, implement tools, and ensure compliance with safety frameworks. The ideal candidate has experience in education or public sectors, solid problem-solving skills, and relevant certifications like CompTIA Security+. Competitive benefits are offered including competitive pay and pension membership.

Benefits

Competitive Pay Scales

Pension Scheme Membership

Annual Leave

Collaborative Support

Training opportunities

Cycle2Work Scheme

Staff Wellbeing Focus

TSTARS Staff Recognition

Refer a Friend

Store Discounts

Tax Relief on Uniform

Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Practical experience in IT or cyber security within education or public sectors.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of incident response and emerging cyber threats.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to security alerts across the network and cloud services.
• Lead implementation of security tools and technologies.
• Deliver guidance to raise awareness of cyber risks.

Skills

IT or cyber security experience

Knowledge of security frameworks

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Education

CompTIA Security+ or equivalent

Job description

About The Role

Do you thrive on staying one step ahead of cyber threats?

We are seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to join our central IT team, Thinking Technology. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a lead role in strengthening our cyber resilience and safeguarding the systems that underpin teaching, learning, and operations across our Trust.

As Cyber Security Analyst, you will:

• Monitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts and incidents across the Trust's network and cloud services.
• Lead on the implementation and management of security tools and technologies including endpoint protection, SIEM, and Microsoft 365 security.
• Support the Trust's compliance with frameworks such as Cyber Essentials Plus, DfE ICT standards, and UK GDPR.
• Deliver clear advice and guidance to school leaders and staff, raising awareness of cyber risks and promoting a culture of security.
• Work closely with IT colleagues, third-party providers, and external partners (including NCSC) to ensure our systems remain secure and resilient.

We are looking for someone with:

• Practical experience in IT or cyber security, ideally within education, public sector, or similarly complex environments.
• Knowledge of security frameworks, incident response, and emerging cyber threats.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to translate technical risks into plain language.
• Relevant qualifications such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft SC-200/SC-900, or equivalent (with a commitment to ongoing development).

About Us

Thinking Technology is the provider of Information Technology services within the Thinking Schools Academy Trust and is responsible for the design, procurement, implementation, support and service delivery of tailored IT infrastructure, hardware, software, and services to academies & schools.

Thinking Technology supports approximately 19,500 users and manages a range of technologies including over 800 network infrastructure devices, and 12,000 client devices across 3 distinct geographical locations: Kent, Portsmouth, Devon.

The aim of Thinking Technology is to support and enhance the Information Technology systems and services used within the education sector.

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South East, South and the South West.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

• Think about their Thinking
• Be their Best self
• Shape their Success

In this way we transform life chances.

Do you want to make a real difference by protecting the digital learning environments of thousands of young people across our schools?

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual Leave: A pro-rata annual leave entitlement of 27 days for support staff, increasing to 31 after 5 years of service.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across our Trust hubs.
• Training: Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Cycle2Work Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Store Discounts: Support staff have access to "Discount for Teachers" scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
• Tax Relief on Uniform: Claim for uniform maintenance, with no receipts required.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!

Next steps:

If you are interested in working for our Trust in our Technology Team, benefiting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

To arrange an informal telephone conversation please contact [email protected]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email [email protected]