Senior Cyber Security Analyst - Consultancy

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized cybersecurity consultancy in Greater London is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to lead investigations and analyze threats. You will oversee client engagements, conduct risk assessments, and implement best practices to enhance security. Ideal candidates should have over 2 years of experience in cybersecurity and excellent project coordination skills. Competitive salary between £45,000 and £55,000 offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in a consulting environment or 3+ years in information security.
• Strong understanding of Access Control principles.
• Experience with cloud security across AWS or Azure platforms.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and deliver high-quality client engagements.
• Conduct risk reviews and provide advisory around IT and OT environments.
• Lead business development activities in the cybersecurity domain.

Skills

Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

OT Security / Industrial Control Systems

Incident response

Project coordination

Strong communication skills

Education

Relevant cloud or security certifications

Job description

Ready to take the lead in safeguarding complex digital ecosystems?

Join a specialised cybersecurity consultancy dedicated to protecting organisations through advanced threat detection, incident response, and security architecture expertise. The organisation is recognised for its proactive approach to risk management and its commitment to delivering resilient, compliant, and secure technology environments.

The team is hiring a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to lead investigations, analyse threats, and enhance defensive capabilities across diverse client infrastructures. The role will focus on identifying vulnerabilities, responding to incidents, and implementing best practices to strengthen overall security posture.

Defend the future by staying one step ahead of cyber threats. Apply now!

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and deliver high-quality client engagements
• Risk and maturity assessments
• Cyber due diligence for funds and investors
• Tabletop exercises and incident response preparedness
• Conduct risk reviews and provide advisory around OT and IT environmentsSupport and, in time, lead business development activities
• Client briefings, proposals, and presentations within CISO and investor communities
• Collaborate with senior team members to enhance brand awareness and build client relationships.
• Maintain strong communication with clients to ensure credibility and trust
• Contribute to team culture by being an enthusiastic, supportive, and proactive member

Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience in a consulting environment or
• 3+ years’ experience in an information security, cyber, or risk role within industry or government.
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
• OT Security / Industrial Control Systems
• Cyber protection of complex IT estates
• Incident response, crisis management, and tabletop exercising
• Strong understanding of Access Control principles and implementation.
• Excellent project coordination skills with the ability to take ownership of small projects and ambition to lead larger ones.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Works effectively under pressure and thrives in fast-paced environments.

Requirements

• Experience with Operational Technology (OT) systems and environments.
• Experience in cloud security across AWS or Azure platforms.
• Familiarity with data privacy frameworks and principles.
• Experience working with private equity or infrastructure investment funds.
• Relevant cloud or security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security, Azure Security Engineer Associate, CISSP, CISM).

Salary

• £45,000–£55,000