Information Security Analyst

RAC Careers; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motoring services provider in the UK is looking for an Information Security Analyst to join their Security Operations team. This role involves monitoring and responding to security threats, conducting forensic investigations, and enhancing detection capabilities. Ideal candidates should have expertise in CrowdStrike and experience in SOC environments. The position offers a hybrid work environment across various RAC offices and a competitive salary with additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Colleague Share Scheme

25 days annual leave

Flexible schedules

24/7 confidential support service

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in SOC or incident handling.
• Hands-on experience with alert analysis.
• Knowledge of forensic techniques and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, detect, and respond to security threats.
• Conduct forensic investigations.
• Enhance detection capabilities.

Skills

CrowdStrike expertise

Monitoring tools experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Coding/scripting skills

Education

Professional certifications (GCIA, GCIH, GCTI, GMON, CISSP)

BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or similar

Tools

CrowdStrike Falcon

SIEM platforms

Job description

About The Role

RAC is looking for a proactive and technically skilled Information Security Analyst to join our dynamic Security Operations team. This role is central to strengthening our cybersecurity posture through proactive monitoring, detection, and response across multiple domains including threat intelligence, incident response, and vulnerability management.

You’ll work closely with our Security Architect & Engineering Manager, delivering robust security operations and technical expertise while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that reduce organisational risk. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a team that champions innovation and resilience.

Benefits

• Earnings That Motivate – enjoy a competitive salary plus automatic enrolment in our 'Owning It Together' Colleague Share Scheme – a unique opportunity to share in RAC's future success and be rewarded for the exceptional work you deliver.
• Tools to Drive Your Future – get started with a free RAC Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one, plus access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months, delivering serious tax savings.
• Time Off That Matters – enjoy 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays. We also support work‑life balance with paid family leave, flexible schedules, and practical resources to help navigate personal commitments.
• Financial Security & Perks – pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions alongside life assurance cover up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits), designed to support you long‑term.
• Wellbeing That Works for You – our 24/7 confidential support service is available to you and household members aged 16+, offering reassurance whenever you need it.
• Extras That Make a Difference – access Orange Savings, our exclusive discount portal with deals across top retailers, holidays, tools, tech and more. After passing probation, you’ll automatically join our Colleague Share Scheme, giving you a stake in our collective success.

Why Join Us?

• Monitor, detect, and respond to security threats across multiple domains.
• Conduct incident response and forensic investigations.
• Enhance detection capabilities and lead threat hunting initiatives.
• Collaborate with IT, digital teams, and managed service providers.
• Be part of a forward‑thinking team driving cyber resilience.

Our motto is “bigger, better, broader” – a reflection of our ambition to grow bigger, deliver better, and reach broader horizons.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform triage, analysis, and response actions to security alerts.
• Conduct cyber incident response, including forensic analysis and reporting.
• Enhance detection capabilities across endpoint, network, and SIEM platforms.
• Apply threat intelligence and lead threat hunting activities.
• Support vulnerability and access management operations.
• Mentor junior analysts and advise technical teams.

What You’ll Bring

• CrowdStrike expertise is essential – hands‑on experience with CrowdStrike Falcon for endpoint detection and response.
• 2‑3 years’ experience in SOC or incident handling.
• Hands‑on experience with monitoring tools and alert analysis.
• Knowledge of forensic techniques, incident response, and blue‑team defence strategies.
• Familiarity with threat hunting and detection engineering.
• Coding/scripting skills (advantageous).
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and ability to stay calm under pressure.

Qualifications

• Degree not required (BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or similar is a plus).
• Professional certifications (GCIA, GCIH, GCTI, GMON, CISSP) beneficial.

Location & Salary

Hybrid—based at any RAC office (Bristol, Manchester, Midlands) with full flexibility and no fixed office days.

Salary aligned with market rates and experience. Company benefits & colleague share scheme also included.

We’re Orange Heroes

At the RAC, we never stand still. With a legacy of over 125 years, this restless drive for better has earned the trust of over 15 million members and is the foundation for our mission to be the UK’s number one motoring services provider.

Our commitment to excellence goes beyond our members—it’s echoed by our people. With a 4.5‑star rating on Glassdoor, our colleagues recognise the RAC as a place where ambition, support and authenticity converge.

We’re all about progress powered by people. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we welcome every background, champion every voice and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, individuality fuels innovation and you’re invited to bring your full self to work.