Cyber Security Analyst

M Group Services Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Cyber Security Analyst to join their dynamic IT department. This role offers the opportunity to protect vital infrastructure while working in a hybrid setting. You will monitor security incidents, manage vulnerabilities, and collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance security measures. With a focus on professional growth, this position allows you to make a significant impact in a friendly and supportive environment. If you're eager to develop your skills in cybersecurity and contribute to essential services, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Matched pension scheme

Online GP service

Employee assistance programme

Retail discounts

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced family leave

Discretionary bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Referral rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in IT Security/Cyber Operations.
• Skilled in root cause analysis and providing solutions.
• Proven track record of following up on security alerts.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to security incidents and analyze risks.
• Oversee compliance and support penetration tests.
• Collaborate with Security Operations Center to refine measures.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Cyber Security

Certification: Security+

Certification: Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Certification: Microsoft AZ-500 Azure Security Engineer Associate

Certification: GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)

Certification: CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)

Tools

CrowdStrike

Qualys

Zscaler

Job description

M Group Newcastle, England, United Kingdom

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Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, with us you’ll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.

Where will you be working?

This role can be based in Stevenage or Newcastle on a hybrid basis; the successful candidate will be required to be office-based 3 days a week.

As an organisation, there is little we don’t do and plenty to get involved in. Our Group Support roles are vital in helping over 11,000 people deliver essential infrastructure seamlessly across water, energy, transport and telecom.

This role is in our IT department. Our IT Cyber Security team is responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data across M Group Ltd.

What will you be doing?

We’re looking for a cybersecurity professional to help protect our systems and data from threats and vulnerabilities. You’ll monitor and respond to security incidents, analyze emerging risks, and enhance vulnerability and patch management efforts.

Your role will include overseeing compliance, supporting penetration tests, managing threat monitoring tools, and collaborating with our Security Operations Center (SOC) provider to refine security measures.

You’ll also report on risks, provide insights on security trends, and contribute to the improvement of Group IT processes. If you’re passionate about cybersecurity and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

What you’ll bring:

Qualifications
A Bachelor of Science Degree in Cyber Security or Computer Science.

A Certification such as:

• Security+
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Microsoft AZ-500 Azure Security Engineer Associate
• Azure Fundamentals
• GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)

Experience:

• Experience in IT Security/Cyber Operations
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to systematically break down complex issues and tasks into manageable pieces.
• Skilled in root cause analysis and providing possible solutions.
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, seamlessly collaborating with others.
• Good communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
• A strong interest to learn and develop further in Security and Compliance.
• Knowledge of products such as CrowdStrike, Qualys or Zscaler, with experience deploying them in cloud and local environments.
• Proven track record of following up on security alerts/actions with relevant stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
• Proficiency in gathering, collating, and analyzing cyber threat intelligence.
• Experience assisting with internal audit functions.
• Demonstrable experience working as a Cyber Security Analyst or similar role.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a range of benefits to support your life inside and outside work, including:

• Matched or contributory pension scheme
• Online GP service, available 24/7
• Employee assistance programme
• My Rewards portal with retail discounts
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work, salary finance, and give as you earn schemes
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Reward and recognition scheme

In addition, this role offers:

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Recommend a friend and get rewarded!

About Us
We aim to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse talent who can make a difference. We’re proud to support and recruit army veterans and foster inclusive environments through our ENABLE networks.

Our values shape our culture and ways of working:

• Responsibility and going further for our people, clients, communities, and the planet
• Openness and seeking new ways to exceed expectations
• Unity and teamwork; the whole is greater than the sum of parts
• Ambition and embracing opportunities to lead in essential infrastructure services

Whether you’re a trainee, apprentice, graduate, or experienced professional, we offer industry-recognized training and development programs.

It’s an exciting time to join M Group.

Please note: Roles may close early; apply promptly. Successful candidates may undergo background checks and drug testing as part of onboarding.

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INDSTA

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Utilities

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