Information Cyber Security analyst

Are you a dynamic and driven cyber security professional ready to make a real impact? Join Enfield Council at a critical point in strengthening our cyber resilience. As an Information Cyber Security Analyst, you will play a key role in protecting vital systems and services that support thousands of residents. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive professional to take ownership, influence how security is embedded across the organisation, and be at the forefront of defending against an evolving threat landscape.

Cyber security is fundamental to everything we do at Enfield Council. As an Information Cyber Security Analyst, you will play a critical and highly visible role in protecting the systems, data, and services that support residents, frontline services, and the wider community. This is far more than a monitoring role. You will be at the centre of our cyber defence capability, taking ownership of day‑to‑day operational security while contributing to wider strategic improvements across our digital estate. You will help ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of key systems, working across infrastructure, applications, and cloud platforms. Operating within a fast‑paced and evolving threat landscape, you will be trusted to identify risks, respond decisively to incidents, and influence how security is embedded across the organisation.

This role is business critical to maintaining safe, resilient, and compliant services. You will:

• Protect critical systems and sensitive data across the Council
• Act as a frontline defence against cyber threats, responding quickly and effectively to incidents
• Support and strengthen compliance with key frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials and GDPR
• Contribute to both operational service delivery and strategic security initiatives across Digital Services

Your work will have a direct impact on the Council’s ability to deliver trusted, secure services to residents.

Key Responsibilities

You will operate across the full cyber security lifecycle, with responsibilities including:

• Threat Detection and Incident Response: Monitoring, analysing, and responding to security alerts using Microsoft Sentinel and Defender, ensuring timely containment and resolution of incidents
• Security Operations and Tooling: Configuring, managing, and optimising security solutions including SIEM, endpoint protection, firewalls, and privileged access management systems
• Risk, Compliance and Assurance: Conducting vulnerability assessments, audits, and risk reviews, supporting adherence to security standards and data protection regulations
• Monitoring and Continuous Improvement: Developing monitoring and alerting processes, researching new technologies, and contributing to initiatives that enhance cyber resilience
• Business Engagement and Advice: Working closely with colleagues across Digital Services and the wider Council, providing expert guidance on security risks and best practice
• Leadership Support: Deputising for the Senior Security Manager when required and supporting wider team development and activities

About You

You will be a proactive, analytical, and solution‑focused professional who thrives in a dynamic and challenging environment. You will bring:

• Proven experience in cyber security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management
• Strong understanding of security frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials and GDPR
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft security tooling (e.g. Sentinel, Defender) and cloud security (Azure/M365)
• The ability to identify root causes, make informed decisions, and respond effectively under pressure
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to influence and advise

You will be passionate about cyber security, committed to continuous improvement, and motivated to stay ahead of evolving threats.

What Makes This a Great Opportunity

• A role with real purpose and impact, protecting services that directly support residents and communities
• Exposure to a wide range of technologies, security challenges, and strategic initiatives
• The opportunity to influence how cyber security is embedded across the organisation
• A dynamic working environment where no two days are the same
• The chance to develop your skills and progress within a supportive Digital Services team

Additional Information

Based at the Civic Centre, with a requirement to attend the office a non‑negotiable minimum of two days per week. Participation in out‑of‑hours support and on‑call arrangements may be required.

Why it's great to work for Enfield Council

• An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas.
• A blend of remote and office based working for most roles.
• Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months.
• Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods.
• Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family.
• Health and leisure discounts and tax‑free bikes for work.
• 1 month’s paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children’s Social Care.