Cyber Security Analyst

Henderson Scott; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Analyst for a government client to provide front line cyber defence services. The role requires expertise in SOC environments, strong communication skills, and active DV clearance. This is a 12-month contract opportunity with a focus on high-priority operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in SOC environments.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide front line cyber security monitoring and analysis within a Security Operations Centre (SOC).
• Conduct in-depth investigations into security alerts.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant industry certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC)

Tools

Splunk

Microsoft Defender

Job description

Cyber Security Analyst - SOC - SIEM - 12 month contract (inside IR35) - DV Clearance

I am working with a government client who are looking for an experienced Cyber Security Analyst to support their front line cyber defence services.

Due to the urgency and the nature of the role, candidates with active DV clearance are preferred.

This role requires a high level of technical expertise combined with strong communication skills, and an ability to work under pressure within a client-facing capacity.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide front line cyber security monitoring and analysis within a Security Operations Centre (SOC)
• Perform threat detection and incident response using SIEM tools such as Splunk and Microsoft Defender
• Conduct in-depth investigations into security alerts, escalating where appropriate and providing remediation advice
• Carry out threat analysis to improve detection capability and contribute to continuous service improvement
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing expert advice and clear communication on cyber matters
• Apply up-to-date knowledge of the cyber threat landscape and defence best practices

Essential skills and experience:

• Proven experience in SOC environments, with a strong background in SIEM monitoring and incident response
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Splunk and Microsoft Defender
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, particularly in client-facing situations
• Solid understanding of current cyber threats, attack techniques, and cyber defence measures
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g.CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC) are preferred.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-priority cyber operations. Apply now for immediate consideration!