Cyber Security Analyst - Alt-Net

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fiber network provider in London seeks a Cyber Security Analyst to enhance its security posture. The role involves monitoring vulnerabilities, developing incident response playbooks, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity best practices. This position offers a dynamic work environment with significant growth potential in a recognized workplace.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Employee Share Plan

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Life assurance and income protection

Mental health support services

Cycle-to-work scheme

Half-price gym memberships

Free eye test and travel loan

Salary and financial management support

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in security operations or a related role.
• Proven experience operating and maintaining security systems.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor and improve security posture.
• Research vulnerabilities and implement countermeasures.
• Develop and maintain security reporting metrics and tools.

Skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Adaptability

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Equivalent work experience

Job description

Join a leading fibre network and internet service provider, purpose-built to meet the needs of London’s most demanding businesses. Recognised as one of the 2024 Sunday Times Best Places to Work in the UK, this company stands out by offering a minimum of 10Gbps, ensuring its network can support data-intensive businesses for the next decade and beyond. Unlike most ISPs that resell access to the same underlying fibre network, this provider has built its own from the ground up—designed, maintained, and operated by an in-house team of experts.

With rapid growth from a small team of 18 to over 100 specialists based in Liverpool Street, they are seeking for a Cyber Security Analyst to join their growing team. Ready to take your expertise to the next level? Get in touch today!

Responsibilities:

• Continuously monitor and improve security posture, including vulnerability management.
• Research security weaknesses and vulnerabilities, implementing proactive countermeasures.
• Oversee vulnerability management processes across IT, Networks, and Systems Engineering teams.
• Provide operational insights for evaluating and selecting cybersecurity solutions.
• Test and validate security infrastructure to ensure effectiveness.
• Educate and train staff on cybersecurity best practices.
• Develop and test incident response and vulnerability management playbooks.
• Lead or assist in security incident response, including recovery, remediation, and lessons learned.
• Develop and maintain security reporting metrics and tools.
• Conduct security risk assessments of vendors and third-party solutions.
• Ensure best cybersecurity practices are followed across the business.

Skills/Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-4 years of experience in security operations or a related role.
• Proven experience operating and maintaining security systems.
• Strong understanding of cyber security operational processes.
• Critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and a strong quality focus.
• Adaptability and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits:

• Company pension scheme.
• Bonus scheme.
• Employee Share Plan.
• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), increasing with tenure.
• Private healthcare.
• Life assurance and income protection.
• Access to mental health support services.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Half-price gym memberships.
• Free eye test and travel loan.
• Salary and financial management support.

Salary:

• £45,000 - £55,000