Full job descriptionCyber Security Analyst6-Month Contract | Inside IR35 | Hybrid (2 Days Onsite)We are seeking a hands-on Cyber Security Analyst to support a major public-sector organisation’s cyber security operations and resilience programme.
Key Responsibilities*Monitor, investigate and respond to cyber security incidents.
*Support security monitoring using Microsoft Sentinel and related tools.
*Conduct threat hunting, log analysis and security investigations.
*Identify vulnerabilities and track remediation actions.
*Develop and improve incident response processes and playbooks.
*Work with technical teams, suppliers and stakeholders to drive security improvements.
*Provide practical security advice across the organisation.
Essential Skills*Cyber Security Operations, SOC or Incident Response experience.
*Hands-on Microsoft Sentinel or SIEM experience.
*Threat hunting, log analysis and security monitoring.
*Experience with Microsoft Defender and Microsoft security technologies.
*Vulnerability management and remediation tracking.
*Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable Skills*Local Government, NHS, Housing or wider Public Sector experience.
*Defender XDR, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity and Entra ID.
*SOAR, Logic Apps or security automation experience.
Contract Details*6-Month Contract
*Inside IR35
*Hybrid Working (2 Days Onsite)
*Immediate Start Preferred
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Cyber Security Analyst to join a complex environment and play a key role in strengthening cyber resilience.