IT Security Analyst / Cyber Security Analyst 1 DPW in Hull

Akkodis; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking an IT Security Analyst / Cyber Security Analyst to join their established Cybersecurity team. This role involves identifying vulnerabilities, monitoring threats, and enhancing the security landscape within a large enterprise environment. The company values personal development and offers competitive compensation, including a substantial bonus and excellent benefits. Remote working options are available, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about Cyber Security.

Benefits

Personal development plan

Access to dedicated training resources

Regular 121s

Qualifications

• Commercial experience in Cyber Security or IT Security.
• Background in Sys Admin or DevOps is beneficial.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CSA, CC, CySA+, or GSEC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactively assess alerts and threats through investigation.
• Enhance and improve the security landscape by recommending measures.
• Work alongside a knowledgeable team of analysts.

Skills

Threat Hunting

Vulnerability Assessment

Incident Response

Education

CompTIA Security+

CySA+

GSEC

Job description

If you're obsessed with the world of Cyber Security and IT Security and are looking to join a UK leader where you will be able to identify vulnerabilities and monitor emerging threats, look no further.

It's an exciting time for my client as they undergo a massive digital transformation impacting all areas of their business. With a large IT estate containing sensitive business data, ensuring its security is mission-critical. This is where you come in!

I'm seeking an IT Security Analyst / Cyber Security Analyst to join an established Cybersecurity team working with talented professionals. You should have some commercial experience, ideally within an enterprise-scale tech environment. Your role will involve proactively assessing alerts and threats through investigation, with a focus on threat hunting. You should have the instinct and skills to help maintain a robust security landscape. A background in Sys Admin or DevOps, with some security experience, would be beneficial.

You will be recognized as a go-to person for security matters, capable of enhancing and proactively improving the security landscape by recommending and implementing measures.

You will work alongside a knowledgeable team of analysts who stay updated on the latest security trends. Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CSA, CC, CySA+, or GSEC are preferred.

The company values its staff highly and offers a personal development plan from day one, regular 121s, and access to dedicated training resources. The role offers up to £42,000 plus a substantial bonus and excellent benefits. Remote working is possible, with 1-2 days in the office near Hull.

Contact Laura Buck on (phone number removed) to learn more about this opportunity.