Principal Cyber Security Analyst

Scottish Development International

Principal Cyber Security Analyst leading Security Operations for Social Security Scotland. Defending critical systems and protecting sensitive data across Scotland.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeGlasgow • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLead💰 £62,111 - £77,439 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop the Security Operations team
Own and optimise the organisation's security tooling and detection platforms
Build and influence relationships with senior stakeholders
Deliver strategic cyber security initiatives
Lead incident management, investigation and response processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience of leading and developing cyber security teams
Ability to design, implement and continuously improve Security Operations capabilities
Expert knowledge of system architectures
Experience of advising on organisational and technical responses to cyber security incidents
Communicating and Influencing (Level 4) skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

GDD Pay Supplement of £4,000 annually
Flexible working options depending on the needs of the role
Supportive and inclusive working environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

Cyber SecuritySecurity OperationsIncident ResponseSystem Architecture DesignSecurity Tooling

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingStrategic Thinking