Details:
- Salary: £35,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Manchester Greater Manchester
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Cyber Security Analyst to join a growing Information Security team within a modern, cloud-first environment. This role is ideal for someone with around 12-24 months of cyber security or IT security experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive team using industry-leading technologies.
Working alongside experienced security professionals, you'll help monitor, investigate and respond to cyber security events across a global environment. You'll gain hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, email security, vulnerability management and security automation while continuing to build your technical knowledge.
The Role
Monitor and investigate security alerts using SIEM and endpoint security platforms.
Support incident response activities, including phishing, malware and security investigations.
Manage security tickets and requests, ensuring SLAs are met.
Assist with vulnerability scanning and remediation activities.
Support email security administration and reported phishing investigations.
Help maintain Data Loss Prevention (DLP) controls and data protection processes.
Work closely with Infrastructure, Service Desk, Networks and Development teams to improve security across the business.
Keep documentation and security processes up to date.
Stay current with emerging cyber threats and security best practice.
About You
Around 1-2 years' experience within Cyber Security, Information Security, IT Security or a Service Desk role with security responsibilities.
Understanding of security concepts including phishing, malware, vulnerability management and incident response.
Exposure to SIEM, EDR/XDR or Microsoft security technologies would be advantageous.
Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and cloud environments.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Passionate about cyber security and keen to continue learning.
Relevant certifications (CompTIA Security+, CySA+, SC-200, Blue Team Level 1 or similar) are desirable but not essential.
Benefits
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Birthday off
Company pension
Health Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Season Ticket Loan
Profit Share Scheme
Excellent training, mentoring and career progression opportunities
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