Senior Cyber Security Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading intelligence and security agency is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to protect against cyber threats. The role involves investigating alerts, analyzing network traffic, and mentoring junior analysts. The agency values teamwork and offers training opportunities.

Benefits

25-30 days annual leave

Performance recognition

Pension scheme

Cycle scheme

On-site facilities

Parental leave

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience as a Cyber Security or SOC Analyst required.
• Experience with host intrusion detection and malware analysis.

Responsibilities

• Investigating high-priority alerts and monitoring security alarms.
• Creating detection content and responding to breaches.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

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Senior Cyber Security Analyst, Stratton Saint Margaret

Client: GCHQ

Location: Stratton Saint Margaret, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

19.05.2025

Expiry Date:

03.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Description

Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Cheltenham

£44,044 (includes £2,658 non-concessionary payment)

Flexible working: We recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer full-time, part-time, and compressed hours. While hybrid working can be more restricted, due to the nature of the work, around 40% home working may be available depending on business needs.

About Us

GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks and espionage. At GCHQ you’ll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork.

The Role

As a Senior Cyber Security Analyst, you’ll be key to protecting our organisation against a range of cyber threats. Your responsibilities include investigating high-priority alerts, analysing logs and network traffic, monitoring security alarms, creating detection content, using threat intelligence, and responding to breaches. You will lead efforts to streamline processes, mentor junior analysts, and support digital forensics and security incident management.

About You

You should have a background in cyber security analysis, experience with host intrusion detection, and a solid understanding of Windows and Linux OS. At least 6 months of experience as a Cyber Security or SOC Analyst is required. You should be comfortable working independently and collaboratively, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Training and Development

We support your growth through internal and external training, industry qualifications like SANS and CISSP, and opportunities to attend conferences. Travel is optional and infrequent.

Rewards and Benefits

Starting salary of £44,044 plus benefits such as 25-30 days annual leave, performance recognition, season ticket loan, pension scheme, cycle scheme, on-site facilities, and parental leave.

Equal Opportunities

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups including women, ethnic minorities, disabled, and neurodivergent individuals. More info at our diversity webpage.

Disability Confident

GCHQ is a Disability Confident Leader, committed to fair recruitment practices. Minimum criteria include 6 months’ experience as a Cyber Security/SOC Analyst, experience with malware analysis, intrusion detection, incident response, and/or line management experience.

What to Expect

Our recruitment process involves application review, virtual interviews, and conditional offers. The process may take 6-9 months, so continue current employment until final offer.

Before You Apply

Applicants must be UK citizens or dual nationals, with DV security clearance. Consider travel, relocation, and practicalities before applying. Only apply from within the UK.

Right to Withdraw

We reserve the right to close applications early once sufficient applications are received. Apply promptly.