Cyber Security Analyst

LanesGgroup; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent water service provider is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to enhance their security operations. The role involves managing vulnerabilities and monitoring security systems while ensuring integration of security controls in projects. Candidates should have 2-5 years of relevant experience, familiarity with security tools, and the ability to work collaboratively in a technical team. This full-time position in the East Midlands offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

24 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Pension

Death in service

Technical training and certification support

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience in IT infrastructure, systems, or network administration.
• Familiarity with vulnerability management tools.
• Exposure to SIEM or log monitoring platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and review vulnerability scans, coordinating remediation.
• Monitor Microsoft 365 Defender and Azure Security Centre.
• Support incident response and validate backup processes.
• Assist with patch management and secure configuration.

Skills

Problem-solving

Investigative skills

Cloud environments knowledge

On-premises environments knowledge

Continuous learning interest

Education

Relevant security certifications in progress (e.g., CompTIA Security+)

Tools

Qualys

Nessus

Tenable

Microsoft 365 Defender

Azure Security Centre

Job description

Overview

The Lanes Group are the UK's largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nation's water systems.

Formed in 1992, our half a billion-pound turnover ensures continued expansion for market share. Our key differentiator is our 4000+ staff and our resource pool that includes the most innovative fleet, plant, and equipment the market has to offer.

We are the UK's largest end to end drainage solution provider with depots strategically located across the UK from Aberdeen to Plymouth, to ensure round the clock coverage for customers and clients alike.

About the Role

We are looking for a technically driven Cyber Security Analyst to join our IT Security team. This role will focus on strengthening our security operations through vulnerability management, incident monitoring, and the improvement of technical defences across the organisation. The successful candidate will be hands-on with tools and platforms, helping to detect, investigate, and remediate threats while also supporting project teams to ensure security is embedded by design. A UK driving licence is required for occasional travel to regional sites.

Location: Midlands

Salary: £32,000 - £37,000

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, with flexible working options.

Benefits

• Technical training and support towards certifications.
• Opportunities for progression into senior operational security roles.
• Collaborative and hands-on environment focused on improving defences.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and review vulnerability scans, prioritising and coordinating remediation.
• Monitor Microsoft 365 Defender, Azure Security Centre, and endpoint protection tools to detect suspicious activity.
• Support incident response by investigating alerts, gathering evidence, and escalating where appropriate.
• Validate and monitor backup processes to ensure resilience and recovery readiness.
• Assist with patch management and secure configuration across servers, endpoints, and cloud platforms.
• Provide technical input to IT projects, ensuring controls are integrated at design and build stages.
• Collaborate with the wider IT team to improve monitoring, detection, and hardening practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2-5 years' experience in IT infrastructure, systems, or network administration.
• Familiarity with vulnerability management tools (e.g., Qualys, Nessus, Tenable).
• Exposure to SIEM or log monitoring platforms.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Azure security features.
• Working towards security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Azure Security Engineer Associate, or equivalent.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and investigative skills.
• Comfortable with both cloud and on-premises environments.
• Ability to work independently and with technical teams.
• Interest in continuous learning through labs and simulations (e.g., TryHackMe, Hack The Box).

What you will get in return

In joining the Lanes Group, the UK's largest independent provider we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well-being, growth, and safety of our employees. Through continuous training, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that values every individual's unique contribution, we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity, collaboration, and inclusivity.

What we offer

• 24 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension
• Death in service

This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit to recruitment.

The Lanes Group plc comprises of a range of established service providers subsidiaries, which complement the specialist service of Lanes, by both work type and geography. Increasing our overall capability, assets and offering to our customers.

Lanes - https://www.lanesgroup.com/#our_group

Lanes I - https://lanes-infra.com/

SUS - https://sus.co.uk/

Clearflow -https://www.clearflowltd.com/

AQS - https://aqsenvironmentalsolutions.ie/

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.

Strictly no agencies please