Cyber Security Analyst
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Full-timeRemote FriendlyInformation Technology
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About The Company
Elevation Recruitment Group is a leading recruitment firm dedicated to connecting talented professionals with reputable organizations across various industries. With a strong focus on quality and integrity, the company has built a reputation for delivering tailored recruitment solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. Their comprehensive approach encompasses temporary, permanent, and executive search services, ensuring they provide the right talent to support business growth and innovation. Committed to fostering long-term relationships, Elevation Recruitment Group prides itself on understanding market trends and maintaining a deep network of qualified candidates.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Security Engineer to join our client's expanding central IT team. Reporting directly to the Group Information Security Officer (GISO), the successful candidate will play a vital role in safeguarding the organization’s critical infrastructure networks. This position involves a blend of security operations, incident response, and proactive security project management. The Security Engineer will be responsible for monitoring and analyzing network traffic, conducting security assessments, implementing security protocols, and leading initiatives to enhance the organization’s security posture. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to the protection of essential infrastructure assets across the UK. While remote working is possible, occasional travel to sites primarily in the north of the UK will be required to support on-site security initiatives and audits.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in cybersecurity with relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CISM. Experience working with advanced security tools and platforms is essential, including SIEM systems, PAM solutions, IDS/IPS, web and email filtering, and endpoint protection. Familiarity with SentinelOne MDR, Microsoft Sentinel, and vulnerability assessment tools like Tenable is highly desirable. Candidates should have a solid understanding of identity threat management and experience working with third-party managed Security Operations Centers (SOCs). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with excellent communication and organizational abilities, are critical for success in this role.
Responsibilities
Our client offers a competitive salary package along with a comprehensive benefits scheme designed to support employee well-being and professional development. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, opportunities for ongoing training and certification, and a supportive work environment that encourages innovation and growth. The role provides a unique chance to work within a complex, vital infrastructure environment, making a tangible impact on national critical networks. Additionally, the organization values work-life balance and provides support for remote working, with occasional travel to various sites across the UK.
Equal Opportunity
Our client is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. They believe that a variety of perspectives and experiences enhances their ability to serve their clients and innovate effectively. They are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. The organization promotes a culture of fairness, respect, and opportunity for all employees.
Elevation Recruitment Group is a leading recruitment firm dedicated to connecting talented professionals with reputable organizations across various industries. With a strong focus on quality and integrity, the company has built a reputation for delivering tailored recruitment solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. Their comprehensive approach encompasses temporary, permanent, and executive search services, ensuring they provide the right talent to support business growth and innovation. Committed to fostering long-term relationships, Elevation Recruitment Group prides itself on understanding market trends and maintaining a deep network of qualified candidates.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Security Engineer to join our client's expanding central IT team. Reporting directly to the Group Information Security Officer (GISO), the successful candidate will play a vital role in safeguarding the organization’s critical infrastructure networks. This position involves a blend of security operations, incident response, and proactive security project management. The Security Engineer will be responsible for monitoring and analyzing network traffic, conducting security assessments, implementing security protocols, and leading initiatives to enhance the organization’s security posture. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to the protection of essential infrastructure assets across the UK. While remote working is possible, occasional travel to sites primarily in the north of the UK will be required to support on-site security initiatives and audits.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in cybersecurity with relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CISM. Experience working with advanced security tools and platforms is essential, including SIEM systems, PAM solutions, IDS/IPS, web and email filtering, and endpoint protection. Familiarity with SentinelOne MDR, Microsoft Sentinel, and vulnerability assessment tools like Tenable is highly desirable. Candidates should have a solid understanding of identity threat management and experience working with third-party managed Security Operations Centers (SOCs). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with excellent communication and organizational abilities, are critical for success in this role.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze network traffic, systems, and logs for signs of unusual or malicious activity, ensuring prompt detection and response to security threats.
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and areas for improvement within the infrastructure.
- Implement and maintain security tools and protocols, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, endpoint protection, and web/email filtering solutions.
- Investigate security incidents, respond to potential breaches, and document all relevant findings and actions to ensure comprehensive incident management.
- Lead security-focused projects aimed at enhancing security across the network, Windows desktop/server environments, virtualized environments (VMWare), Intune, Office 365, and Azure, collaborating closely with relevant teams.
- Review vulnerabilities within the environment, develop remediation plans, and oversee their implementation to strengthen security defenses.
- Engage with business users and technical teams to promote security awareness and ensure best practices are followed across the organization.
Our client offers a competitive salary package along with a comprehensive benefits scheme designed to support employee well-being and professional development. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, opportunities for ongoing training and certification, and a supportive work environment that encourages innovation and growth. The role provides a unique chance to work within a complex, vital infrastructure environment, making a tangible impact on national critical networks. Additionally, the organization values work-life balance and provides support for remote working, with occasional travel to various sites across the UK.
Equal Opportunity
Our client is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. They believe that a variety of perspectives and experiences enhances their ability to serve their clients and innovate effectively. They are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. The organization promotes a culture of fairness, respect, and opportunity for all employees.
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