Security Analyst - Nextlabs - SC Cleared

Whitehall Resources Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and security firm is looking for a Security Analyst with active SC clearance for a contract role. This position requires a strong focus on security operations, incident management, and stakeholder coordination, primarily based in Cumbria with a remote working component. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in security tooling and incident response, contributing to a safe and compliant cybersecurity environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold active SC clearance.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in security tooling and processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of IT Security Operations and manage security incidents.
• Provide leadership over security tooling and conduct risk assessments.
• Conduct incident response and training for project members.

Skills

Incident Management

Forensics

Stakeholder Management

Job description

Security Analyst – Nextlabs – SC Cleared

Whitehall Resources are currently looking for a Security Analyst – Nextlabs – SC Cleared for an initial 6 month contract, based 60% Onsite in Cumbria, 40% Remote.

* INSIDE IR35.*

* MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE.*

Main Responsibilities:

Security Operations

• Support the Head of IT Security Operations and deputise in their absence
• Day to day management of the security analyst tasks related to Security Tickets and Security Service Requests
• Identify, prioritise, and manage Security Incidents
• Bring incidents to successful conclusions with thorough remediation plans
• Influence stakeholders at all levels to assist with the timely resolution of Incidents
• Respond to incidents and obtain forensic information as directed
• Prioritising and differentiating between potential intrusion activity and false alarms
• Conduct incident and investigation post–mortem briefings, analysis, and reporting

Security Tooling

• Provide hands–on security leadership and oversight of security tooling
• Offer security guidance, risk assessment and assurance to business stakeholders
• Lead incident response and oversee escalated alerts
• Conducts follow up remediation and track findings from previous audits through to closure
• Conduct Education and awareness training events
• Manage and optimise the use of security technologies, services, and processes
• Deliver security review processes, supporting change control, architecture assessments, and risk management
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, including IT, HR, DPO, Audit and Risk teams
• Maintain awareness of emerging security threats and assist in the strategic enhancement of our cyber security capabilities
• Support adoption of security controls and compliance frameworks including NIST, ISO, and PCI.
• Work closely together with technical architects to produce design specifications according to information security policies, while fulfilling business needs
• Provide training to project members during account onboarding

All of our opportunities require that applicants are eligible to work in the specified country/location, unless otherwise stated in the job description.

Whitehall Resources are an equal opportunities employer who value a diverse and inclusive working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.