Salary
💰 £70,000 - £100,000 per year
Tech Stack
FirewallsSplunk
About the role
- Monitor networks and systems for security breaches, using security tools such as SIEMs, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and antivirus software
- Perform regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify and mitigate risks
- Respond to security incidents, conduct forensic investigations, and implement incident response procedures
- Implement and maintain security protocols, policies, and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS)
- Collaborate with IT, development, and operations teams to ensure secure system architecture and design
- Manage and maintain endpoint security, access controls, and identity management solutions
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOX)
- Train staff and stakeholders on cyber-security awareness and best practices
- Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technology trends in cyber-security
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Cyber-security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of experience in information security or a related role
- In-depth knowledge of security protocols, encryption technologies, and risk management
- Proficiency with security tools (e.g., Wireshark, Nessus, Metasploit, Splunk, Snort)
- Experience with firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection platforms
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- 8% of your salary into your pension
- Private health insurance, including optical and dental
- £80 a month gym contribution
- Life insurance cover
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous Professional Development Fund
- PerkBox membership
- Cycle to work scheme
- 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays)
- Work anniversary rewards
- Paid time off to give blood
- Volunteer day
- Free healthy breakfast, light lunch, snacks
- A dog friendly office
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
security assessmentsvulnerability scanspenetration testssecurity protocolsencryption technologiesrisk managementendpoint securityaccess controlsidentity management
Soft skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication abilitiesteamwork abilities
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Cyber-securityBachelor's degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's degree in Information Technology