Senior Cyber Security Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading intelligence agency as a Senior Cyber Security Analyst. You'll protect the UK from cyber threats by investigating alerts and mentoring junior analysts. Enjoy flexible working and opportunities for training and development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

25-30 days of leave

Performance recognition

Season ticket loan

Pension

Cycle scheme

On-site facilities

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience as a Cyber Security or SOC Analyst.
• Background in cyber security analysis and host intrusion detection.

Responsibilities

• Investigating high-priority alerts and analyzing logs.
• Monitoring security alarms and responding to breaches.
• Leading efforts to improve operational processes.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

Windows

Linux

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GCHQ

Location:

Arlington, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

19.05.2025

Expiry Date:

03.07.2025

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Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Cheltenham

£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 investigating high-priority alerts, analyzing logs, monitoring security alarms, creating detection content, using threat intelligence, and responding to breaches. You will lead efforts to improve operational processes and mentor junior analysts. Opportunities to explore Digital Forensics and security incidents are also available.

About You

You should have a background in cyber security analysis, experience with host intrusion detection, and a solid understanding of Windows and Linux OS. A minimum of 6 months experience as a Cyber Security or SOC Analyst is required. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with IT teams.

Training and Development

We support your growth with internal and external training, industry qualifications like SANS and CISSP, and opportunities to attend conferences. Travel is optional and infrequent.

Rewards and Benefits

Salary: £44,044 plus benefits including 25-30 days of leave, performance recognition, season ticket loan, pension, cycle scheme, on-site facilities, and parental leave.

Equal Opportunities

GCHQ values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from under-represented groups. More info on our diversity initiatives can be found on our website.

Disability Confident

We are a Leader within the DWP’s Disability Confident scheme, committed to supporting disabled applicants through the recruitment process.

What to Expect

The recruitment process includes application review, virtual interviews, and conditional offers. The process may take 6-9 months, and security vetting is required.

Before You Apply

Applicants must be UK citizens or dual nationals and eligible for Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. Consider practicalities such as residency, relocation, and security requirements before applying. Applications from outside the UK should be made when visiting the UK.

Right to Withdraw

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