Cyber Security Analyst

M Group Services Plant & Fleet Solutions; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to protecting vital infrastructure through innovative cybersecurity measures. In this role, you will be an integral part of a dynamic IT Cyber Security team, tasked with safeguarding systems and data against evolving threats. Your expertise will drive compliance efforts, enhance vulnerability management, and ensure the integrity of critical services. With a focus on professional growth, this position offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will have a significant impact on the safety and security of essential infrastructure services. If you're passionate about making a difference in cybersecurity, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Matched or contributory pension scheme

Online GP service available 24/7

Employee assistance programme

Access to retail discounts

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Discretionary bonus scheme

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Referral rewards for recommending friends

Qualifications

• Experience in IT Security/Cyber Operations with a focus on compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen interest in cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to security incidents and analyze emerging risks.
• Oversee compliance and support penetration tests with SOC collaboration.

Skills

IT Security/Cyber Operations

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Organizational Skills

Cyber Threat Intelligence

Root Cause Analysis

Learning and Development in Security

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Cyber Security

Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science

Security+ Certification

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Microsoft AZ-500 Azure Security Engineer Associate

GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)

CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)

Tools

CrowdStrike

Qualys

Zscaler

Job description

Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, with us you’ll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.

Where will you be working?

This role can be based in Stevenage or Newcastle on a hybrid basis. The successful candidate will be required to be office-based for 3 days a week.

As an organisation, there is little we don’t do and plenty to get involved in. Our Group Support roles are vital in helping over 11,000 people deliver essential infrastructure seamlessly across water, energy, transport, and telecom.

This role is within our IT department. Our IT Cyber Security team is responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data across M Group Ltd.

Want to come and be a part of it?

What will you be doing?

We’re looking for a cybersecurity professional to help protect our systems and data from threats and vulnerabilities. Your responsibilities will include monitoring and responding to security incidents, analyzing emerging risks, and enhancing vulnerability and patch management efforts.

Your role will also involve overseeing compliance, supporting penetration tests, managing threat monitoring tools, and collaborating with our Security Operations Center (SOC) provider to refine security measures. Additionally, you will report on risks, provide insights on security trends, and contribute to improving Group IT processes. If you’re passionate about cybersecurity and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Qualifications

What you’ll bring:

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Cyber Security or Computer Science
• A certification such as Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Microsoft AZ-500 Azure Security Engineer Associate, Azure Fundamentals, GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), or CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)

Experience

• Experience in IT Security/Cyber Operations
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to systematically break down complex issues and tasks into manageable pieces
• Skilled in root cause analysis and providing solutions
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Good communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills
• A strong interest in learning and developing further in Security and Compliance
• Knowledge of products such as CrowdStrike, Qualys, or Zscaler, and experience deploying them in cloud and local environments
• Proven track record of following up on security alerts/actions with relevant stakeholders
• Proficiency in gathering, collating, and analyzing cyber threat intelligence
• Experience assisting with internal audit functions
• Demonstrable experience working as a Cyber Security Analyst or similar role

What’s in it for you?

We offer a range of benefits to support your life both in and out of work, including:

• Matched or contributory pension scheme
• Online GP service available 24/7
• Employee assistance programme
• Access to retail discounts via My Rewards portal
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work, salary finance, and give as you earn schemes
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Reward and recognition scheme

Additional benefits include:

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Referral rewards for recommending friends

About Us

We aim to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people who make a difference. We support and recruit army veterans and foster inclusive networks to ensure everyone feels they belong.

Our values shape our culture and how we work together:

• Responsibility and going further for our people, clients, communities, and the planet
• Openness and seeking new ways to exceed expectations
• Unity and teamwork, recognizing that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts
• Ambition and embracing opportunities to lead in essential infrastructure services

We provide industry-recognized training and development programs for all career stages. Join us during this exciting time at M Group.

Note:

Roles may close early, so apply promptly. Successful candidates may undergo background checks and drug testing as part of the onboarding process.