Lead Threat Detection Analyst
Job Location: Preston. Onsite
Salary: Circa £59,000 depending on experience and skills
Role Description
Where appropriate performs a management role. Leads, motivates, and develops team members as well as being responsible for managing their delivery, performance and providing appraisal. Fosters a collaborative environment that encourages skills development and innovation within the team and wider Cyber Operations teams.
Manages owns specific work areas and delegates appropriate work where required. Provides mentorship and expertise to others in the team. Leads on policy implementation, high standards and best practices within Threat Detection. Is experienced in threat analysis with little need for supervision or support.
Core Duties
* Delivery of core triage function as part of protective monitoring services across a range of networks/services
* Overseeing and contributing to the analysis and escalation of security threats and incidents identified
* Coordinate with Cyber Operations teams to respond to identified security threats and mitigate prior to impact
* Lead the development of people, process and technology improvements to aid the service
* Provide subject matter advice on security analysis and development of detection content
* Deputise for the Threat Detection Manager when required
* Analyses requirements and advises on scope and options for continual operational improvement
Essential Skills
* Experience of working within Security Operations or equivalent roles
* Demonstrable leadership in Operational Management
* Experience in the application of relevant industry standard frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK/D3FEND/ENGAGE etc.) in an operational environment
* A good level of knowledge and proficiency in the use of SIEM platforms, tools and analytical techniques. Innovative approach to analysing and solving problems
* Industry recognised qualification (OSDA, GIAC etc.) or equivalent proven industry experience
Legal and Inclusion Statements
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need.
Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date: 13th April 2026
#J-18808-Ljbffr