Cyber Security Analyst

Oxford Health NHS Trust; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Oxford is seeking a full-time Cyber Security Analyst to join its expanding Cyber Security team. You'll be responsible for protecting IT infrastructure and sensitive data from cyber threats. The ideal candidate will have experience in cyber security within an NHS Trust environment and strong skills in incident response and policy development. Benefits include career progression opportunities and comprehensive annual leave.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Learning and development programmes

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS discount and pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cyber security principles and threat analysis.
• Experience in hands-on cyber security role within a complex NHS Trust environment.
• Proven skills in developing and managing security policies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure IT infrastructure and sensitive data are protected from cyber threats.
• Assist with incident detection and response.
• Develop and maintain cyber security policies and controls.

Skills

Incident response

Vulnerability assessment

Communication

Training

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking to recruit a full‑time Cyber Security Analyst into an expanding Cyber Security team supporting over 10,000 Healthcare users.

Main Duties

• Ensure IT infrastructure, digital services and sensitive data are protected from cyber threats.
• Assist with incident detection, response, recovery and maintain the Trust’s Cyber Incident Response Plan.
• Develop, implement and maintain cyber security policies, controls, threat analysis, testing and auditing.
• Promote cyber security awareness and good practice across the Trust.

About Us

Oxford Health NHS Trust delivers physical, mental health and social care across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and beyond. “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team.” Our values are “Caring, safe and excellent.”

Benefits

• Career progression opportunities
• Learning and development programmes
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS discount, pension scheme and lease car scheme
• Cycle to work and employee assistance programmes
• Mental health support and staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
• Equality, diversity and inclusion support groups

Interview Process

Two interview rounds: a 90‑minute in‑person panel and closed‑book test, followed by a 2‑hour remote deep‑dive via MS Teams.

Person Specification – Essential

• Knowledge – Cyber security principles, threat analysis, policy development.
• Skills – Incident response, vulnerability assessment, communication and training.
• Experience – Hands‑on cyber security role in a complex NHS Trust environment.
• Responsibilities – Managing security policies and incident plans.
• Qualities – Team‑player, proactive, excellent communication.

Employer Details

Oxford Health NHS Trust
Littlemore Mental Health Centre
Sandford Rd
Oxford OX4 4XN
Website: (link omitted)