Cyber Security Analyst

OVERVIEW

Working for one of the UKs fastest-growing specialists in Cyber Security products and services, the successful candidates will work within the Security Operations Centre (SOC) and will be responsible for supporting leading security solutions and services for our clients.

The successful candidates will need to not only be technically minded but also be adept in documenting their work. Our Cyber Security Analysts are the first point of contact for our customers, providing excellent customer services and immediate response to ongoing incidents.

This is a full time permanent position and shifts will always be based from the Leeds office.

Set shift pattern which rotates across a 4-week period - 2 weeks then 2 weeks , Monday to Friday

SALARY

Starting salary of £24000 which is reviewed and managed through a personal development plan and salary increases achieved through meeting KPI milestones:

• Significant exam passed e.g CompTIA Network+, Security+, CySA+, BTL1
• Service longevity
• Internal skills evaluation

KEY TASKS

• Work within the SOC to manage Cyber Security solutions defending customer infrastructure from exploitation and cyber-attacks
• Delivering high-quality technical support via phone email and ticketing system
• Respond to ongoing Cyber Security incidents detected by our monitoring solutions
• Use Google SecOps SIEM and various OSINT tools to perform initial Threat Hunt operations
• Escalate suspicious incidents to both internal and external stakeholders
• Support in the maintenance of customer detections in Google SecOps SIEM
• Conduct thorough investigations on all incoming alerts
• Perform pre-defined handover process to other shifts

ESSENTIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• An Interest in Cyber Security and some knowledge would be advantageous
• Understanding of networks/networking would be advantageous
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating systems would be advantageous
• Understanding tools such as Google SecOps SOAR/SIEM, Zabbix, logscale would be advantages
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in a customer facing role is desirable

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• The ability to follow pre-documented processes and procedures as requested
• Any relevant industry experience will be advantageous

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Self-motivation to learn, improve and keep up to date with technologies and concepts within the security industry.
• A 'Can-do' attitude
• You have the drive to perform and excel
• You are excited about technology and want to advance a career in Cyber Security

HISTORY

Cyber Security Specialists, SEP2 is an organisation providing advanced cyber security services solutions and tech-driven services powered by passionate and honest people.

SEP2 started out in Leeds as an organisation built to add value and do business the right way. We've grown, we've developed, and we've evolved, we've taken on experts to expand our knowledge base and technical skills, building a portfolio of accreditations and we've developed important relationships with our vendors.

SEP2 are an award-winning cyber-security specialist, whose success is built on five values:

• Honesty
• Passion
• Tech Driven
• People Powered
• Committed to Doing Good

Every SEP2 colleague lives these values every day. We have a culture of passionate people who work as a team that will never leave a job incomplete. We believe in giving every member of our team responsibility. We nurture the desire to solve problems at the root cause. We encourage continuous improvement.

We're here to beat the bad guys and we're here for the long-term.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Paid volunteer time
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person