Senior Cyber Security Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Chipping Campden; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading intelligence agency is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to protect against cyber threats. The role involves detecting and responding to incidents, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to team direction. The ideal candidate will have a background in cyber security analysis and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, alongside opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave

Employee performance recognition schemes

Interest-free season ticket loan

Excellent pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

On-site facilities such as gym

Paid parental and adoption leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience as a Cyber Security or SOC Analyst.
• Solid understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Detecting, responding to, and mitigating risks from cyber threats.
• Leading efforts to streamline operations and mentoring junior analysts.

Skills

Cyber Security

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

Splunk

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Senior Cyber Security Analyst, Chipping Campden

Client: GCHQ

Location: Cheltenham

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 19.05.2025

Expiry Date: 03.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Description

Senior Cyber Security Analyst

£44,044 (includes £2,658 non-concessionary payment)

Flexible working: We recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer full-time, part-time, and compressed hours. While hybrid working can be more restricted, due to the nature of the work, around 40% home working may be available depending on business needs.

About Us

GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks and espionage. At GCHQ you’ll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork.

The Role

As a Senior Cyber Security Analyst, you’ll be key to protecting our organisation against a range of cyber threats. Your responsibilities include detecting, responding to, and mitigating risks from malware outbreaks, insider activity, denial-of-service attacks, and phishing. You will investigate high-priority alerts, analyze logs, network traffic, and endpoint activity using tools like Splunk. You will monitor security alarms, create detection content, utilize threat intelligence, and respond to breaches. Daily team meetings will review ongoing investigations and plan actions.

You will lead efforts to streamline operations, mentor junior analysts, and provide expert guidance. Opportunities include diving into Digital Forensics and supporting security incidents. You will also contribute to the future direction of the team by staying updated with the latest cybersecurity tools and techniques, reviewing past alerts, and prioritizing incidents based on severity and impact.

About You

You should have a background in cyber security analysis and a passion for IT. Experience with host intrusion detection analysis is preferred but not mandatory, as training will be provided. You must have a solid understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems. A minimum of 6 months experience as a Cyber Security or SOC Analyst is required. You should be comfortable working independently and collaboratively, working closely with IT teams and network administrators. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Training and Development

We support your growth through internal and external training, offering opportunities across cybersecurity specialisms. We encourage pursuit of industry certifications like SANS and CISSP. Opportunities for travel, conferences, and staying current with cybersecurity innovations are available, though travel is infrequent and not mandatory.

Rewards and Benefits

Starting salary of £44,044 plus benefits including:

• 25 days' annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years, plus 10.5 days public holidays
• Employee performance recognition schemes
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Excellent pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site facilities such as gym, restaurant, coffee bars (at some locations)
• Paid parental and adoption leave

Equal Opportunities

GCHQ values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups including women, ethnic minorities, disabled persons, and neurodivergent individuals. More information is available on our website: Diversity and Inclusion at GCHQ.

Disability Confidence

We are a Leader within the DWP’s Disability Confident scheme, committed to fair recruitment and development of disabled applicants. To secure an interview, candidates should meet minimum criteria including 6 months’ experience as a Cyber Security/SOC Analyst, experience in malware analysis, intrusion detection, incident response, and/or line management or delegation experience. Details are assessed at CV sift. Support for reasonable adjustments is available; see our website for more.

What to Expect

Our recruitment process includes application review, virtual competency and technical interviews, and a conditional offer stage. The process may take 6-9 months, including vetting. We advise continuing current employment until final offers are received.

Before You Apply

Applicants must be UK citizens or hold dual UK nationality. The role requires Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. Further details are on our website. We do not offer relocation costs; applicants should consider travel and practicalities before applying. Applications from outside the UK are not accepted; only apply when in the UK. Keep application details confidential, sharing only with close family or partners.

Right to Withdraw Statement:

We reserve the right to close the application process early once sufficient applications are received. Submit your application promptly to avoid missing out.