Security Analyst

Xcede Recruitment Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcede Recruitment Solutions is looking for an experienced Security Analyst for a 6-month contract that is fully remote. The successful candidate will support a significant technology transformation programme while maintaining effective security visibility during infrastructure migrations.

The role involves monitoring network traffic, configuring Splunk, and working closely with engineering and cyber teams to ensure secure delivery throughout the programme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Security Operations or Cyber Security.
• Hands-on experience with Splunk and log forwarding.
• Strong analytical skills using SPL, KQL and/or SQL.

Responsibilities

• Discover and assess existing log sources and security monitoring requirements.
• Support the implementation and configuration of Splunk.
• Monitor network traffic to identify unauthorized data movement.

Skills

Security Operations

Cyber Security

Splunk

SQL

SPL

KQL

Tools

Splunk

SIEM administration

Job description

Security Analyst

6-month contract, Outside IR35, Fully Remote - Must be UK based

We're seeking an experienced Security Analyst to support a major technology transformation programme. You'll help maintain security visibility throughout infrastructure migrations, ensuring monitoring, logging and security controls remain effective during transition.

Key Responsibilities

• Discover and assess existing log sources, alert rules and security monitoring requirements.
• Support the implementation and configuration of Splunk, including log onboarding, parsers and dashboards.
• Monitor network traffic to identify unauthorised data movement and security risks during migration.
• Validate migrated infrastructure through vulnerability assessments and security configuration reviews.
• Work with engineering and cyber teams to ensure secure delivery across the programme.

Experience Required

• Proven experience in Security Operations or Cyber Security.
• Hands‑on experience with Splunk, log forwarding and SIEM administration.
• Strong analytical skills using SPL, KQL and/or SQL.
• Experience investigating security incidents, insider threats or data exfiltration.
• Knowledge of vulnerability management and security assurance within enterprise environments.