At a Glance
- Tasks: Monitor threats, respond to incidents, and strengthen security across systems.
- Company: Join Bristow Holland, a nationwide organisation with a focus on cybersecurity.
- Benefits: Enjoy 50% remote work, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a strong emphasis on continuous learning.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in protecting critical systems and enhancing security.
- Qualifications: Experience in Cybersecurity and familiarity with security tools and frameworks.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Bristow Holland is proud to be recruiting for an exciting Cybersecurity Analyst opportunity with a nationwide organisation based in Felixstowe, offering 50% work from home. This is a fantastic chance to join a growing security team focused on defending critical systems and ensuring a secure environment across both on-premise and cloud infrastructures.
The Role:
As the Cybersecurity Analyst will play a pivotal role in maintaining and strengthening the company’s security posture. This includes continuous threat monitoring, proactive threat hunting, vulnerability management, and incident response. The successful candidate will also assist in developing and enforcing security policies aligned with industry best practices and regulatory standards. This role requires a solid understanding of Cybersecurity fundamentals, including threat detection, SIEM tools, endpoint protection, and cloud security - particularly within Azure/M365 environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Threat Detection & Monitoring: Monitor security systems and network activity to detect and respond to potential threats.
- Incident Response: Analyse, investigate, and resolve security incidents while recommending and tracking remediation actions.
- Vulnerability Management: Conduct vulnerability assessments, identify risks, and work with technical teams to resolve issues.
- Security Audits & Compliance: Support regular internal and external security audits to maintain compliance with policies and regulations.
- Security Awareness: Promote a culture of Cybersecurity awareness across the business through training and internal communication.
- Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date logs of incidents, vulnerabilities, and compliance activities.
- Collaboration: Work closely with IT, DevOps, and other departments to integrate security best practices into all aspects of infrastructure and operations.
- Proactive Threat Hunting: Continuously identify and investigate potential threats to prevent incidents before they occur.
Requirements:
- Experience in a Cybersecurity or related IT security role previously.
- Proficiency with security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, vulnerability scanners).
- Good understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and cloud environments (preferably Azure).
- Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, and GDPR.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent communication abilities.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Industry certifications (e.g. CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+) are desirable but not essential.
Locations
Cybersecurity Analyst in Felixstowe, Suffolk employer: Bristow Holland
Bristow Holland is an exceptional employer that prioritises innovation and employee well-being, offering a flexible work environment with two days a week working from home. The company fosters a collaborative culture where professional growth is encouraged through continuous learning and development opportunities, making it an ideal place for IT professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive setting.
