Cyber Security Analyst – Tier 3 282916

Little Fish (UK) Ltd.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Littlefish is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst Tier 3 to enhance their Cyber division in Nottingham or Sheffield. You will monitor the security of customer infrastructure, respond to threats, and mentor junior analysts. This role includes a rich variety of responsibilities from threat intelligence to service improvement, ideal for high-performing individuals eager to make a difference.

Benefits

LinkedIn Learning access

Casual dress policy

Company social events

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Purchase and sale of annual leave scheme

Increased earnings through training program

Qualifications

• Experience in investigating and responding to cyber security threats.
• Proven background in mentoring junior analysts.
• Familiarity with Microsoft XDR SOC environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor customer infrastructure for potential threats.
• Conduct proactive threat intelligence research and threat hunting.
• Develop and tune SIEM detection rules across client estates.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Microsoft SC-200 Certification

CompTIA CySA+

AZ-500 Certification

SANS: GSOC Certification

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Email Security Toolsets

Job description

Work location: Nottingham or Sheffield (Hybrid)

Salary banding: £55,000

Must be eligible for SC Clearance (Must have been a UK resident for the last 5 years) and A Counter Terrorist Check (CTC)

Willingness to undergo NPPV2 clearance

Here at Littlefish, we look for people who can make arealdifference and become a giant slayer.As the world around us continues to change, we look for people who grab that change with optimism and excitement.Theseare thepassionate and high performingpeoplewho enjoy and thrive onthinking outside the box.

Our current employees are the giant slayers who have made Littlefish who we are today, and you will be the future employees who continue to add the drive, passion, andadd toour skills and experienceas we see Littlefish grow.

So, if this is ticking your boxes and you are excited at the thought of working with creative, passionate, energetic, friendly people we would love to hear from you.

The role and what you’ll be getting up to on a day to day basis:

Littlefish is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst Tier 3 to come and join our growing Cyber division. As our Cyber Security Analyst Tier 3, you will monitor customer infrastructure for potential threats. Undertaking timely investigation of and response to security alerts to identify security incidents and act to appropriately contain threats. Supporting, as required, the CSOC Manager in the day-to-day running of the Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC) operations team. Acting as a point of escalation for the Cyber Security Analysts the role has responsibility for coaching and mentoring the analysts on a day to day basis. Provide out of hours technical escalation support to shift analysts

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Developing SIEM detection rules and tuning alerts across our client estates.
• Conduct proactive threat intelligence research and carry out threat hunting across client estates
• Training of analysts and developing training resources and materials
• Act as a point of escalation for the Security Analysts
• Ensuring appropriate detection and responses to security threats
• Analysing security breaches to identify the root cause.
• Compile and present CSOC monthly reporting and provide guidance around improving security posture
• Provide technical support within client service reviews along with attending any other meetings at the CSOC Managers discretion
• Articulation of security risk to customers in a language that can be understood by business representatives
• Responsible for continual service improvement activities within the CSOC
• Ensuring the integrity of client IT infrastructures
• Protecting information systems residing upon them from external and internal attack/ compromise
• Conducting security assessments through vulnerability testing and risk analysis
• Maintaining high quality security incident resolution and performance within the CSOC

What are we looking for in the successful candidate?

• Experience in investigating and responding to cyber security threats within strict SLA’s.
• Experience with, SIEM, EDR and Email Security toolsets and how to leverage these tools to provide robust Detect & Respond services.
• Experience working in a Microsoft XDR SOC
• Experience in mentoring and assisting analysts of varying levels of skill.
• Must have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years prior to application

Education/Qualifications

• Microsoft SC-200 Certification
• CompTIA CySA+ or equivalent
• AZ-500, SC-300 or SC-100 certifications
• SANS: GSOC, GCED, GCDA

Skills / Knowledge

• Sound technical understanding of security threats and compromise methods
• Understanding of server, client and network technologies.
• Understanding of security attack vectors and techniques utilised, including areas such as Business Email & user account Compromise, malicious payload installation & execution and reconnaissance activity.
• Understanding of the everchanging emerging threat landscape and how to interpret these threats to create initiate mitigation actions across a client’s security estate.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and innovate
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Great interpersonal and teamwork skills

Aptitudes and Attributes

• Strong analytical skills, clear logical thinking and good judgement
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Service delivery mentality and experience.
• Time management and expectation management.
• Curiosity and tenacity.
• Self-motivated proactive individual.
• Ability to work under pressure with competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise own work to meet tight deadlines.

What can we offer you?

• Through our one of a kind training programme, the Littlefish Academy, you can increase your earnings by £4,500.
• Referral bonus scheme of £1000 when you successfully refer a friend.
• Access to our LinkedIn Learning platform, with over 16000 expert-led online tutorials to enhance and achieve your personal and professional goals.
• Casual dress policy
• Company social events
• 25 days annual leave plus public / bank holidays
• Purchase and sale of annual leave scheme

Life at Littlefish:

Our company values shape who we are as a business, what we stand for and how we work. Hiring people with our values at heart, is very important as we see Littlefish grow.

I am High Performing– I like to raise the bar, we look at creating opportunities to increase quality and improve efficiency, we strive for service excellence.

I am Passionate– We build team success and celebrate them together, I am enthusiastic and energetic, I care about the people I work with and we support one another.

I Have a Can-Do Attitude– I am not afraid to step outside my comfort zone, we are not afraid to challenge status quo, we get stuff done!

So, if you feel like you can make a tangible difference, apply today, and join us on this journey.

Here at Littlefish we aim to be somewhere everyone can be themselves. We are committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive community where everyone irrespective of who they are, or their background, can feel equal and supported.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Please get in touch if you are concerned about any difficulties you may face during your recruitment process, so we adjust accordingly.

Part of our application process includes a set of ED&I (Equality, diversity and inclusion) questions. Please note, each question has a option has a ‘prefer not to say’).