Cyber Security Analyst - Defensive Operations in London

Baringa is a global consulting firm that partners with leaders to drive change and create value. With deep industry expertise, and enabled by advanced technology, the firm helps clients to deliver with greater confidence and certainty. The firm works across energy and resources, financial services, government and public sector, consumer products and retail, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, manufacturing, and technology, media and telecoms, with capabilities spanning strategy, transformation and operational excellence – all powered by advanced technology, data, AI and digital innovation.

We are currently looking for a Cyber Security Analyst to join our Defensive Operations Section within the wider Cyber Security Team where you will play a key role in protecting the company from cyber vulnerabilities and attacks, as well as ensuring the company’s security programme keeps up with the growing business.

The role reports to the Head of DefOps, contributing to the effective delivery of security processes and tooling to enable proportionate and effective application of security controls. You will be responsible for the technical configuration, maintenance, and operation of the security tooling. You will be a key member of a growing team in a dynamic company, helping to define new ways of working using modern security architectures and tools.

Perform vulnerability scans, analysis, and prioritise identified weaknesses, working with the Technology Team to remediate identified issues. Collate alerts from security tooling, perform triage, prioritise and where appropriate escalate for further action. Act as the first point of contact for security incidents, providing timely responses, coordination, and communication throughout all stages - including liaison with any 3rd party security providers. Perform hands-on investigations to analyse incidents, identify suspicious behaviour, gather evidence, and build on lessons learned to prevent their recurrence. Research and implement new security technologies to better protect company information and assets. Participate in the response to RFPs, third party audit and assurance activities. Lead on and produce technical security MI in support of governance and vulnerability management engagements. Provide ‘hands on’ assistance, particularly in technical control implementation or administration where needed. Work as part of a team to communicate ideas, suggestions and solutions that achieve the firm’s long-term objectives.

So, what are we looking for? We recruit individuals at all levels based on merit. Experience in full-time Cyber/Information Security or IT operational role. CompTIA Security+, GIAC Security Essentials or equivalent. Experience of the Microsoft Technology Stack. Hands-on experience with security technologies such as: Security operations, IT 2nd line support, server or network administration / configuration or application testing or development. Growth mentality with excellent problem-solving skills, willing to assist in all areas of CyberSec and to learn new technologies & processes. A self-motivated individual with a “can do” attitude, who can work on their own initiative as well as part of a team. An excellent communicator who can help develop good InfoSec practices with an ability to interact with all levels within the company. Experience with security tooling, i.e. MS Defender and Sentinel, vulnerability scanners, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), firewalls, web and email filtering, endpoint protection, and mobile device management (MDM). Computer science or IT security related degree.

What a career at Baringa will give you: Putting People First. Baringa is a People First company and wellbeing is at the forefront of our culture. We recognise the importance of work-life balance and flexible working and provide our staff amazing benefits. Some of these benefits include:

• Generous Annual Leave Policy: We provide our employees with 5 weeks of annual leave, fully available at the start of each year.
• Flexible Working: We have implemented a hybrid working policy and introduced more flexibility around taking unpaid leave.
• Corporate Responsibility Days: All our employees get 3 every year to help social and environmental causes.
• Wellbeing Fund: We’ve introduced our annual People Fund to support this by offering every individual a fund to support and manage their wellbeing through an activity of their choice.
• Profit Share Scheme: All employees participate in the Baringa Group Profit Share Scheme.

Diversity and Inclusion: We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging is central to our culture and that diversity is paramount to driving creativity, innovation, and value for our clients and for our people.