At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead cyber operations, analyse malware, and support complex investigations.
- Company: Join Barclays, a leader in banking and cyber defence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: On-call support rotation with opportunities for extended hours and weekend work.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cyber security and lead critical investigations.
- Qualifications: Expertise in digital forensics, strong communication, and leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
hackajob is collaborating with Barclays to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.
Join Barclays as a DFIR Lead Cyber Operations Analyst, a VP-level role at the centre of the bank’s cyber defence, delivering advanced digital forensics and incident response.
You will analyse malware, malicious samples and network activity to support complex investigations, working closely with internal teams, external partners and law enforcement.
This is a highly technical, hands‑on position suited to an experienced cyber or digital forensics professional, with passion for deep investigation, and the ability to produce clear, high‑quality reporting in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
This role includes an on-call support rotation. Occasional additional support may be required, including extended hours and weekend work.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
- Digital forensics and incident response expertise, including host, network, cloud and live forensic analysis, supported by rigorous documentation practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical findings to senior stakeholders and non‑technical business teams.
- Proven leadership under pressure, including coordinating investigations, managing cross‑functional stakeholders, and operating effectively within a regulated banking environment.
- You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in the role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job‑specific technical skills.
- Preferred Skills
- Cloud investigation experience across platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Scripting and automation capabilities, using languages such as Python, Power Shell, Bash, or Java Script.
- Relevant industry certifications, such as GCFA, GNFA, GCFE, or GREM.
The successful candidate will be based in Knutsford (Radbroke Hall).
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