Cyber Security Operations Analyst (Tier 2)
Role: Cyber Security Operations Analyst (Tier 2)
Specialism(s): Security Operations, Security Alerts, Security Incident Management, SIEM, Defender, Cofense, Azure, Email Security, Conditional Access Policies, User Authentication, EDR, Playbooks Security Assessment, Vulnerability Analysis, Risk Analysis, SOAR
Type: Contract, Daily Rate
Pay Rate: £350 - £380 per day (Inside IR35)
Location: Remote (UK Only) – Midlands HQ
Start: ASAP/Urgent
Duration: 6+ Months
Cyber Security Operations Analyst (Tier 2)
CPS Group UK are delighted to be working with a leading organisation to appoint a Cyber Security Operations Analyst (Tier 2) to join a newly refurbished CSOC environment and existing team to monitor infrastructure for threats, investigate and respond to security alerts and act as the escalation point for junior analyst queries. The Cyber Security Operations Analyst will respond to verified security incidents and undertake prompt remediation activities to eradicate threats.
The Analyst will require existing skills in Microsoft Defender, Azure and Cofense.
The Cyber Security Operations Analyst is able to work remotely (UK only) and will be required to work 12 hour shifts on a 4 days on / 4 days off shift pattern (including 1 in 4 night shifts).
*Due to the nature of the engagement, only candidates who have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years can be considered*
Role Requirements
* Play an active role in the CSOC Operations team by:
* Monitor active SIEM solutions and platforms
* Investigate and triage to security alerts and incidents
* Be the escalation point for junior analysts, offering knowledge and mentorship where required
* Ensure infrastructure and data security through the use of layered security controls (e.g. EDR, Email Security, User Authentication, Conditional Access)
* Oversee security assessments across PAM, endpoint, email and cloud security
* Provide direct updates to stakeholders regarding security incidents and initiatives
* Undertake on-going analysis of emerging threats using TTP’s and existing knowledge
* Support the production of alert/incident ‘playbooks’
Required Skills & Experience
* 3-4+ years’ experience in a Security Operations/SOC-based role
* Hands-on experience with Defender, Azure and Cofense
* Strong technical understanding of security alert/incident management and threats
* Knowledge of security threat techniques (e.g. Account compromise, malicious payloads)
* Proven experience of robust incident response within defined SLA’s
* Proven experience using SIEM, EDR & Email Security tooling
* Ability to mentor and upskill junior team members
* Ability to create (or enhance) cyber security playbooks
* Knowledge of HMG security standards and processes
* Familiarity with ITIL
* Various Cyber Security certifications (e.g. Microsoft AZ-500, SANS GSOC)
For more information or immediate consideration for this opportunity, please contact Charlie Grant at CPS Group UK on 02920 37 55 99 or email