Information Security Analyst
$45,000–$70,000 year
HybridBristol, England, United Kingdom
Bristol, England, United KingdomHybridFull Time$45,000–$70,000 yearSmall
Full TimeSmall
Job Summary
Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts using SIEM platforms like Splunk and Sentinel. Conduct incident investigations, root cause analyses, and escalate critical threats while maintaining security policies and compliance documentation. Support vulnerability scans, patch assessments, and mitigation planning through collaboration with IT and compliance teams to strengthen the organization's security posture. Perform regular reviews of access controls, firewall logs, and endpoint security events to stay up-to-date with evolving threats and frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001.
Required Qualifications
- Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm, Sentinel)
- Knowledge of network security, firewalls, and endpoint protection
- Familiarity with security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls)
- Strong understanding of incident response, malware analysis, and threat detection
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Ability to manage and prioritise multiple alerts and projects
Desired Qualifications
- Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, SSCP, or CISSP (Associate)
- Knowledge of scripting or automation (Python, PowerShell)
- Exposure to cloud security (AWS, Azure)
- Understanding of regulatory requirements (GDPR, PCI DSS, HIPAA)
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