Job Description
Cyber Security Analyst - Local Government - Contract
£400 per day | Inside IR35 | Hybrid (2 days on-site in North London) | Rolling 3-month contract
Salt is partnered with a forward-thinking local government body in North London seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to support their internal IT and security teams on a key programme of work. This is a hybrid contract role, with two days per week on-site and the remainder remote.
You'll play a central role in monitoring, analysing, and improving the organisation's cyber security posture - particularly around SIEM and incident response, with a strong focus on Microsoft Sentinel.
Key Responsibilities:
* Monitor security alerts and log data using Microsoft Sentinel and related SIEM tools
* Respond to security incidents, performing root cause analysis and recommending remediations
* Conduct vulnerability assessments and support threat detection activities
* Assist with the configuration and optimisation of the organisation's security infrastructure
* Collaborate with technical teams to ensure best practices in information security are maintained
Essential Experience:
* Proven experience in a cyber security analyst or SOC analyst role
* Strong hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel and broader SIEM technologies
* Solid understanding of threat detection, log analysis, and incident response workflows
* Experience working in a public sector or regulated environment is highly desirable
* Ability to clearly communicate security issues and provide actionable advice to stakeholders
This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract in the public sector, offering real scope for extension and ongoing project work.
Start date: ASAP
Contract length: 3 months initially, with extensions expected
Rate: £400/day (Inside IR35)
Location: North London - 2 days per week on-site, rest remote
*Rates depend on experience and client requirements