Cyber Security Analyst

BT Group; Cheltenham; Presencial; GBP 45.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

10% on target annual bonus

Online private GP 24/7 for you and the

Market-leading paid carers leave

Equalized maternity, paternity, and 8

Discounted BT products

Pension scheme – 5% from you and 10%

Holiday purchase scheme

Descripción de la vacante

BT Group is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to join its Security team. You will monitor security events, analyse incidents, and help protect critical infrastructure across multiple UK sites.

This role requires on-site presence at Cheltenham, Ipswich, Manchester or London and may involve DV clearance. You will operate in a SOC, configure SIEM dashboards and alerts, and collaborate with Security Operations and Incident response teams.

Formación

• Data analysis required.
• Incident response experience.
• Incident management experience.
• Security assessment experience.
• Cyber threat intelligence awareness.

Responsabilidades

• Operating within a SOC to monitor, identify, analyse and respond to security threats.
• Incident detection, reporting, initial analysis/investigation and prioritisation.
• Implementation and support of SIEM configuration - dashboards, rules, alerts, watchlists and reports.
• Utilising security technologies to enhance threat detection (Firewall, Anti-Virus, EDR/XDR, IDS/IPS).
• Implementing and maintaining SOC processes (Playbooks).

Conocimientos

Data Analysis

Incident Response

Incident Management

Security Assessment

Cyber Threat Intel

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Cyber Security Analyst

Job Location: GBR Cheltenham TE, GBR Ipswich - A04 Adastral Pk, GBR-Manchester-New Bailey

Advertised Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Career Grade: E

Internal Closing Date: 12/11/26

Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you may be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). An allowance of £5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.

Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.

You’ll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

About The Role

Our purpose is to use the power of communication to make a better world. For each other, for our customers, for society and our communities.

This role is part of the BT Security team, providing end-to-end security for its wider customer base. It helps BT manage its contractual security obligations and contributes to the protection of brand and reputation.

Key Purposes

• Responsible for the protective monitoring of systems and networks, specifically security information and event management (SIEM).
• Supporting Operational Security and Service Delivery Teams, to ensure they have up-to-date and effective technical security controls.

This job role can be based in Ipswich, Cheltenham, London or Manchester. Due to security requirements, this role requires you to be located on site during your working hours. Mon-Fri 37.5. DV Security Clearance is required. Must have lived in UK for 10+ years to obtain clearance.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operating within a SOC team to utilise SIEM and available data to pro-actively monitor, identify, analyse, and respond to security threats.
• Incident detection, reporting, initial analysis/investigation, and incident prioritisation, to support the Security Incident Process
• Implementation and support of SIEM configuration - dashboards, rules, alerts, correlations, watchlists, reports etc
• Utilising other security technologies to enhance detection and identification of threats (Firewall, Anti-Virus, EDR/XDR, IDS/IPS)
• Implementation and maintaining of SOC processes (including Playbooks)

Essential Skills / Experience

• Data Analysis
• Incident Response
• Incident Management
• Security Assessment
• Cyber Threat Intel

Desirable Skills / Experience

• Strong skills in using security event and log data to identify security threats
• Proficient in the use of SIEM technologies for security analysis and investigation. Including
• A good working knowledge of the Cyber Threat landscape
• A good working knowledge of Incident Management Processes
• Using Threat Intelligence to prioritise threats to monitored systems
• Understanding and using the MITRE ATT&CK Framework
• Working knowledge of end-point security technologies and their management technologies (Anti-virus, EDR, XDR)

Our Package

Tailored benefits make a real difference. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range to support your growth, wellbeing, and everyday life.

You can design the package to suit you and your lifestyle. Your core benefits include:

• 10% on target annual bonus
• Access to an online private GP 24/7 for you and your immediate family
• Market-leading paid carers leave with up to 2 weeks off
• Equalized maternity, paternity, and adoption leave – 18 weeks’ full pay and 8 weeks’ half pay
• Discounted EE and BT products, including mobile and broadband
• Market leading Pension scheme – 5% from you and 10% from us
• Holiday purchase scheme

Ready to connect for good and help shape the future?

With over 180 years of heritage, BT Business has brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers in the UK

We’re a leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it’s not just the technology that matters, it’s what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.

We are Customer-First Challengers, who are Committed, Clear and Connected. We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.

As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.