Security Operations Centre Analyst (24/7)

Company Overview Cyber Security Associates Limited (CSA), established in 2013, provides cyber consultancy and cyber managed services which help to detect, protect and educate against the ever-changing cyber threat. CSA has built its team from a foundation of UK Government (ex-Military) and Commercially experienced specialists all holding current and relevant cyber certifications. Today CSA’s core services are based around a 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) based in Gloucester. CSA is backed by FluidOne, a market leading connected cloud solutions provider, who provide support and funding firepower for our ambitious growth plans. Our vision is to be the best quality UK cyber security managed service provider. Role Overview As a SOC Analyst, you are on the front line of cyber defence, detecting and responding to cyber-attacks on a day-to-day basis as they happen. You will be part of a small but highly experienced team working to ensure that the company’s and client’s information and systems are protected, in accordance with the needs of the business and according to Information Security principles of availability, integrity and confidentiality. With the assistance of security monitoring tools, you will be responsible for investigating and monitoring client-facing networks for suspicious activity. The successful applicant should also be expected to research and report upon emerging threats, determining the levels of risk, to help shape and guide the security posture of the company and clients. The clients of CSA have a wide range of technical skill, so the ability to translate technical information towards the target audience is vital. You will be required to work on an extended shift pattern (early, late and nights) to cover the core operating hours of the SOC (24/7/365). 4 days on 4 days off rotation. Early shift 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Late shift 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM Night shift 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM Responsibilities Triage and analysis of alerts from multiple SIEM’s and Platforms (Microsoft Sentinel, Customised ELK, Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne and AppGuard) and intelligence monitoring capabilities, prior to escalation to the Shift Leader in accordance with the customer contracted Service Level Agreements. Investigate, mitigate and remediate with the assistance of our SOC team as part of our cyber helpdesk function. Perform triage and analysis on reported suspicious and malicious emails. Investigate and advise clients concerning risks and active vulnerabilities identified within monitored environments. Proactive Threat Hunting of emerging threats. Performing OSINT investigations into client’s information and their assets. Assistance in the Incident Handling and Response process internally. Production of high-quality alert, incident, threat intelligence reports and monthly client reports. Assist in the creation and compilation of phishing exercise campaign templates, running campaigns and report writing. Researching new methods and techniques in Cyber Security to improve your knowledge as a Cyber professional. Assistance in the creation of projects that would be of benefit to CSA. Requirements Ability to work the shift patterns dictated in the working hours. An active interest in Cyber/Information Security, Threat Intelligence, Software Development, ethical hacking and IT based project creation. Experience as a Cyber Security Analyst or similar role. Experience with Windows, Mac and Linux Logging. Knowledge of network security. Knowledge and understanding of networking including TCP/IP. Analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent time management and the ability to multitask. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Able to manage sensitive and sometimes confidential information. Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage changing priorities. Have SC Clearance or be SC eligible. Benefits Hybrid ways of working, with a mixture of office and home-based working. + 17.5% shift allowance. Overtime available. Up to £3,000 per financial year training grant for professional development. Workplace Health and Benefits Package. 3-month probation period. Access to online cyber training courses and packages. Workplace Pension Scheme (if applicable and payable from start date). 26 days holiday starting, increasing with tenure with company benefits. Additional paid holiday day per year for Birthday. Fantastic company culture including regular team building and social events. Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to £26,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Schedule: Day shift Night shift Overtime Weekend availability Application question(s): Have you resided in the UK for at least the last 5 years? Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

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