At a Glance
- Tasks: Monitor and respond to cyber security incidents while improving security processes.
- Company: Join a major public-sector organisation focused on cyber resilience.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive pay, and immediate start available.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a complex and dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in protecting vital public services from cyber threats.
- Qualifications: Experience in cyber security operations and hands-on with Microsoft Sentinel.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are seeking a hands-on Cyber Security Analyst to support a major public-sector organisation's cyber security operations and resilience programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor, investigate and respond to cyber security incidents.
- Support security monitoring using Microsoft Sentinel and related tools.
- Conduct threat hunting, log analysis and security investigations.
- Identify vulnerabilities and track remediation actions.
- Develop and improve incident response processes and playbooks.
- Work with technical teams, suppliers and stakeholders to drive security improvements.
- Provide practical security advice across the organisation.
Essential Skills
- Cyber Security Operations, SOC or Incident Response experience.
- Hands-on Microsoft Sentinel or SIEM experience.
- Threat hunting, log analysis and security monitoring.
- Experience with Microsoft Defender and Microsoft security technologies.
- Vulnerability management and remediation tracking.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable Skills
- Local Government, NHS, Housing or wider Public Sector experience.
- Defender XDR, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity and Entra ID.
- SOAR, Logic Apps or security automation experience.
Contract Details
- 6-Month Contract
- Inside IR35
- Hybrid Working (2 Days Onsite)
- Immediate Start Preferred
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Cyber Security Analyst to join a complex environment and play a key role in strengthening cyber resilience.
Cyber Security employer: Change-IT Public Sector
Join a leading public-sector organisation that prioritises employee growth and development within a collaborative and supportive work culture. With a hybrid working model, you will enjoy the flexibility of working from home while also engaging with a dynamic team on-site, fostering innovation and resilience in cyber security operations. This role offers meaningful contributions to public safety and the chance to enhance your skills in a vital sector.
