Guardian Jobs · 11 hours ago
Cyber Security Analyst, CHM
England, AR
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$52K/yr - $55K/yr
5+ years expGuardian Jobs is seeking a pragmatic, hands-on Cyber Security Analyst to help mature their security function. This role will work closely with an outsourced SOC provider and internal teams to triage and investigate security events, support supplier security assurance, and drive automation of security processes.
Marketing & Advertising
No H1B
Responsibilities
Act as the internal focal point with the outsourced SOC provider - ensuring effective communication, follow-up, and escalation of alerts
Triage, investigate, and support resolution of security events and incidents
Contribute to lessons learned and improvements following incidents
Lead the instantiation of the Cyber Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) and associated processes and playbooks
Assess cyber security risk for key suppliers and partners
Review supplier security documentation, raise concerns, and help negotiate security requirements
Provide pragmatic, risk-based security guidance to internal teams and respond to ad-hoc queries
Help develop and maintain security standards and processes that reflect organisational risk tolerances
Advise system owners and project managers on pen testing approach and scope
Run simulated phishing campaigns and produce security awareness communications
Identify and implement opportunities to automate security detection, response, reporting, and remediation workflows
Work with the SOC and internal technical teams to refine alert logic, improve data quality, and reduce manual effort
Help optimise security tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR, ticketing, dashboards)
Develop and produce regular Security reports for senior management
Monitor and respond to queries in group mailbox
Qualification
Required
5 years' experience in a cyber security, IT security, or technology risk role
Practical, demonstrable experience of working with a SOC (internal or outsourced) and investigating cyber security incidents using best practice methodologies and tools
Good understanding of cyber risk concepts, controls, and technical security tools
Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders and experience producing communications materials and reports
Relevant security certifications/qualifications (e.g. CISSP, SSCP, GCIA, CEH, CompTIA)
Knowledge of UK best practice frameworks (e.g., NCSC guidance, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials)
Scripting or practical automation experience
Experience assessing third-party/supplier security risk
Demonstrated passion for and experience in improving security processes and utilising automation to achieve this
Experience with threat hunting and horizon scanning
Strong technical security knowledge of networking technologies, IDAM, EDR/XDR
Experience supporting security and compliance audit activities
Benefits
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance Scheme
34 days' Annual Leave
Company
Guardian Jobs
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51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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