Cyber Security Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Painswick; Hybrid; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading intelligence and security agency as a Cyber Security Analyst. You'll work with a dedicated team to defend against cyber threats, utilizing cutting-edge technology and developing detection strategies. This role offers flexible working options and opportunities for training and development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

25-30 days annual leave

Performance recognition

Season ticket loan

Pension scheme

Cycle scheme

On-site facilities

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Foundation-level cybersecurity certification or 6 months experience required.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Detect and respond to cyber threats like malware and phishing.
• Analyze alerts, logs, and network traffic.
• Engage in digital forensics to support security incidents.

Skills

Scripting

Windows

Linux

Python

AWS

Azure

Teamwork

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

CompTIA Security+

GSEC

Job description

Job Title: Cyber Security Analyst

Location: Cheltenham

Salary: £36,408 (including £2,658 non-concessionary payment)

Working Arrangements: Flexible working options available, including full-time, part-time, and compressed hours. Around 20% home working may be available depending on business needs.

About Us

GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber, and security agency dedicated to keeping the UK safe. We utilize cutting-edge technology and partnerships to identify and disrupt threats, working alongside MI5 and MI6. Join us for varied, fascinating work in a supportive, inclusive environment emphasizing teamwork.

The Role

As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will work with a close-knit team to defend against cyber threats such as malware, insider threats, DDoS attacks, and phishing. Your responsibilities include detecting, responding to, and mitigating risks, analyzing alerts, logs, network traffic, and endpoint data, and developing detection content. You will also engage in digital forensics to support security incidents, gaining valuable experience in operational and defensive strategies.

About You

You should have a passion for IT and cybersecurity, experience with scripting, knowledge of Windows and Linux, familiarity with Python, and an interest in AWS and Azure. A foundation-level cybersecurity certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, GSEC) or six months of experience in a cybersecurity role is required. Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Training and Development

We offer in-house and external training, including industry-recognized certifications from SANS and OFFSEC. You will be paired with a mentor, gain hands-on experience, and have opportunities to attend conferences and travel, which are optional and infrequent.

Rewards and Benefits

Starting salary of £36,408 plus benefits including 25-30 days annual leave, performance recognition, season ticket loan, pension scheme, cycle scheme, on-site facilities, and parental leave.

Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from under-represented groups. We are a Disability Confident Leader, committed to fair recruitment and support for disabled applicants, including reasonable adjustments.

Application Process & Requirements

The process includes application review, virtual interviews, and a security vetting, with an estimated duration of 6-9 months. To qualify, applicants must be British citizens or dual nationals, eligible for Developed Vetting (DV) clearance, and meet the minimum criteria outlined. Application submissions should be from within the UK, and applicants are advised to prepare accordingly.