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Senior Cyber Security Analyst
Cheltenham
£44,044 (includes £2,658 non-concessionary payment)
Flexible working: We recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer full-time, part-time, and compressed hours. While hybrid working can be more restricted, due to the nature of the work, around 40% home working may be available depending on business needs.
About Us
GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks and espionage. At GCHQ you’ll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork.
The Role
As a Senior Cyber Security Analyst, you’ll be key to protecting our organisation against a range of cyber threats. Your responsibilities include investigating alerts, analysing logs and network traffic, monitoring security alarms, creating detection content, using threat intelligence, responding to breaches, and leading process improvements. You will mentor junior analysts and explore Digital Forensics and security incidents.
About You
You should have a background in cyber security analysis and a passion for IT. Experience with host intrusion detection, and a solid understanding of Windows and Linux OS are preferred. At least 6 months experience as a Cyber Security or SOC Analyst is required. You should be comfortable working independently and with teams, and possess good communication and problem-solving skills.
Training and Development
We support your growth through internal and external training, industry qualifications (like SANS and CISSP), and opportunities to attend conferences. Travel is infrequent and optional.
Rewards and Benefits
* Salary of £44,044 plus benefits
* 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years, plus holidays
* Recognition schemes, interest-free season ticket loan, pension, cycle scheme, facilities, parental leave
Equal Opportunities
GCHQ values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups, including women, ethnic minorities, disabled, and neurodivergent individuals.
Additional Information
Applicants must be UK residents, hold or be eligible for DV security clearance, and meet eligibility criteria. The role is based in Cheltenham; no relocation costs are provided. Applications from outside the UK are not accepted.
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