Security Analyst

Location: London & hybrid working

Salary: £53-55k

The security analyst is the subject matter expert on all aspects of security within our Not-for-Profit client to include mail security, web security, infrastructure security and end user device security. You will play a key role in driving and improving and technology security, providing expert advice and reliable guidance to a broad range of colleagues and stakeholders to achieve this.

Your role will include:

• Proactively assess device and application logs for security vulnerabilities, as well as investigate causes and ultimately resolve or mitigate those vulnerabilities
• Lead and investigate security breaches and cyber incidents, providing timely resolution to agreed service level agreements/expectations
• Install Security updates/measures in line with best practices to ensure that the organisation is protected against the latest cyber security threats
• Work with   third parties and internal teams to schedule proactive penetration tests, ensuring that vulnerabilities are resolved or mitigated
• Support the delivery of security training to all end users
• Regular monitoring of potential security risks externally and internally, provide clear expert advice and reliable guidance
• Manage regular security assessments of various key services
• Regularly assess key third party suppliers to ensure their security compliance

Essential Skill required for this role:

• Relevant experience working as an effective Security Analyst
• Strong understanding of mail filtering technologies
• Strong understanding of Cloud infrastructure technologies, including encryption
• Demonstrable experience of working with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender and Purview
• Excellent understanding of security frameworks (NIST and Cyber Essentials)
• Ability to lead and manage third party providers
• Strong understanding of incident response processes and methodologies including leading and managing incidents
• Lead on root cause analysis, providing relevant documentation including recommendations
• Demonstrable experience of implementing a robust and trustworthy security configuration for various devices, ensuring that all security protocols are effectively set up to protect against unauthorised access and potential threats
• Proficient with SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, and Azure security tools.
• Experience of leading on technical vulnerability assessments and regular penetration testing of IT systems and processes to identify potential vulnerabilities and provide recommendations for risk mitigation
• Experience in testing and reviewing new security solutions

Our client offers a generous flexible benefits package, a supportive working environment, and great opportunities for career development.

Key Benefits Include:

• Annual Leave: 25 days plus public holidays, rising to 30 days with service.
• Pension Scheme: Employer contributions up to 12.25% via a defined contribution plan.
• Flexible Allowance: 3% of salary to use as income or towards extra benefits.
• Life Assurance: 4x salary cover up to age 75.
• Private Medical Insurance: Available based on role and service length.
• Health Screening: Free after two years of service.
• Season Ticket Loan: Up to £8,000 after probation.
• Professional Development: Study leave, funding, and book allowance.
• Family Support: Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and childcare allowance.
• Health Club Membership: Subsidised access after probation.