Role: Associate Security Analyst x 2 REF 105162
Contract Length: Until 31/12/2026
Location: Hybrid/London – 60% in office
IR35: Inside
Pay Rate to Intermediary: Market Rate
Security Clearance: SC requested
About the Role
Spinwell is recruiting for an Associate Security Analyst for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.
Key Responsibilities
- triage and investigate cyber security alerts and reports from users
- use a variety of techniques to analyse systems, files, network traffic and cloud environments and understand the nature and extent of possible cyber incidents
- support the technical response to cyber incidents by identifying and implementing (or supporting the implementation of) containment, eradication and recovery actions
- support the coordination of cyber incidents
- contribute to post-incident reviews to identify lessons and actions
- identify opportunities for, and support the delivery of, continual improvements to the incident investigation and response capability
- work closely alongside other Cyber Defence functions, supporting the continual improvement of wider capabilities
- contribute to internal plans, playbooks and knowledge base articles
- act as an escalation point for, and provide coaching and mentoring to, apprentice security analysts
- be responsible for line management of apprentice security analysts
- Cyber incidents can and do arise on a 24/7 basis. The team operates an out-of-hours on call rota.
Essential Skills and Experience
- at least 2-3 years experience in a position of Cyber Security Analyst
- working experience of Splunk
- working experience of M365 (Microsoft Defender / Sentinel / KQL)
- experience investigating and responding to cyber incidents
- experience using security tools (e.g., EDR, SIEM) to support the investigation and response to cyber incidents
- Experience with SIEM tools (experience of Splunk preferred but experience of Microsoft Sentinel or an equivalent SIEM tool is acceptable)
- an understanding of the tools, techniques and procedures commonly used by threat actors
- good analytical and problem-solving skills
- good verbal and written communication skills
Disability Confident Scheme
The client supports the Disability Confident Scheme and is committed to providing fair and inclusive recruitment opportunities. Candidates with a disability who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role may be eligible for an interview under the scheme. Where application volumes are particularly high, the client may shortlist those candidates who best meet the role requirements.
Armed Forces Covenant
The client supports the Armed Forces Covenant and is committed to helping veterans and military spouses or partners access employment opportunities. Eligible veterans and spouses or partners of Armed Forces personnel who meet the minimum essential criteria may qualify for an interview under the client’s applicable recruitment scheme. Where application volumes are particularly high, shortlisting may be necessary.
How to Apply Under These Schemes
If you believe you qualify under either scheme, please inform your Spinwell recruitment consultant when applying and quote the relevant vacancy reference. We will explain the applicable process and confirm your request with the client.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, or would prefer an alternative or more accessible method of communication, please let us know. We will work with you and the client to accommodate your needs wherever reasonably possible.
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