Security Managed Services Specialist

WeAreTechWomen; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm is seeking a Detection & Threat Hunt Lead Analyst in Cheltenham. The successful candidate will design and implement detection strategies, conduct proactive threat hunts, and collaborate with various teams to enhance security measures. This role offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including 25 vacation days and private medical insurance. The firm emphasizes continual learning and improvement in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

25 days vacation

Private medical insurance

3 extra days for charitable work

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and implementing threat detection logic.
• Ability to conduct proactive threat hunts using various data sources.
• Strong documentation and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain detection logic based on threat scenarios.
• Conduct hypothesis-driven threat hunts and document findings.
• Collaborate with wider SOC and refine detection strategies.

Skills

Threat detection

Threat hunting

Documentation

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Job description

Job Description

Detection & Threat Hunt Lead Analyst

Cheltenham

Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) and declaration of being a British passport holder with no dual nationalism at the point of application.

Note: The above information relates to a specific client requirement.

Accenture is a leading global professional services company.

As a team

As a member of the SOC Content Team, you will be responsible for contributing to the creation, deployment, and tuning of threat detection content and delivery of proactive threat hunting. You will work in close partnership with client Lead Analysts, threat intelligence teams, and other SOC functions to help ensure that detection strategies are tailored to each client’s threat profile and security objectives.

This role offers a balance of technical hands‑on work, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, with a strong emphasis on continual learning and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Threat Detection Use Case Development

Design and implement detection logic aligned to specific threat scenarios, using industry frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK. Maintain detection content throughout its lifecycle – from development and testing to deployment and tuning. Work with client Lead Analysts to ensure content relevance and effectiveness in detecting threats across various environments.

Proactive Threat Hunting

Conduct hypothesis‑driven threat hunts based on client telemetry, threat intelligence, and observed anomalies. Use available data sources and tools to identify suspicious or malicious activity that may bypass existing detections. Document and present findings in a clear and actionable format for both internal teams and clients.

Content QA and Maintenance

Participate in the review and validation of detection content prior to deployment. Assist in updating runbooks, SOPs, and detection playbooks to reflect changes in tools, threats, or client requirements. Support efforts to maintain consistency, accuracy, and quality in all delivered content.

Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing

Actively engage with the wider SOC, threat intelligence, and tooling teams to refine detection strategies. Share insights, findings, and improvements with team members through documentation, workshops, or informal sessions. Support cross‑team initiatives and help drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

What’s in it for you

At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there may be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first‑class services we are known for.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, colour, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. Accenture reserves the right to close the role should a suitable applicant be found. RROOTS #LI-EU.

Application Deadline

Closing date for applications 25/02/26.