Securing our critical infrastructure – and therefore the country's energy infrastructure – is all in a day's work for this crucial team who use cutting-edge security practices to protect our organisation.
Together we're building a greener tomorrow
Connecting every home and business to a single, secure smart meter network is a huge undertaking. So you can imagine the scale – and variety – and opportunities for the people who'll help us do it.
The role
Manchester (Hybrid working model, 2 days a week office based, 3 days remote)
Competitive Salary plus performance related bonus
Smart DCC is looking for a Lead Cyber Security Operations Analystto play a key leadership role in shaping and advancing our Security Operations Centre (SOC). You’ll drive our incident response strategy, lead major investigations, develop cutting-edge detection content, and help grow a highly capable security team through training and exercises.
This is a critical role in our Cyber Security Team, offering the opportunity to work on high-impact projects across the smart energy industry while advising internal stakeholders and supporting national infrastructure.
What will you be doing?
· Act as a technical lead and escalation point during security incidents, working closely with the Security Operations Manager.
· Lead investigations and advise on containment, mitigation, and system hardening to reduce future risks.
· Provide oversight on day-to-day SOC activities, ensuring timely escalation and resolution of incidents.
· Mentor junior analysts, support skills development, and facilitate tabletop exercises and simulations.
· Drive use-case development and threat detection content using advanced analytics, including machine learning and security automation.
· Maintain and update SOC processes, procedures, and documentation.
· Help build and mature threat intelligence capabilities and foster collaboration across the smart metering community.
· Translate threat trends into actionable insights and drive improvements across the organisation.
· Evaluate and recommend tools that enhance detection and response capabilities.
· Conduct forensic investigations and perform root cause analysis of security incidents.
What are we looking for?
· Proven experience in incident response and leading investigations in complex environments.
· Strong understanding of the cyber threat landscape, adversary tactics, and frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK.
· Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, solve problems independently, and collaborate with stakeholders.
· Experience in a Security Operations or similar role (e.g. Senior SOC Analyst, Level 3 SOC Analyst).
· Technical knowledge of cloud environments and SaaS platforms including AWS, Azure, Office 365, and Microsoft Defender.
· Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
· Eligible to gain and maintain HMG Security Clearance at “Security Check” (SC) level.
· Hands-on experience using Elasticsearch and other SIEM technologies.
· Exposure to security automation and threat intelligence platforms.
· Previous experience in delivering training and conducting cyber exercises.
About the DCC:
At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. That desire to make a difference is what drives us every day and it wouldn’t be possible without our people. Each person at the DCC brings a special kind of power to the business, and if you join us, we’ll give you the means to unleash yours. Here, we depend on each other and hold each other accountable. You have the power to challenge and make change, to take the initiative and enjoy real responsibility. Whether it’s doing purposeful work, helping us grow or building the career you want – we’ll give you the support to do it all. Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britain’s energy system and helping the country’s fight against climate change: we want you to be part of our journey.
Company benefits:
The DCC’s continued success depends on our people. It’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work, and feel healthy, happy and rewarded. In this role, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle.
If there are any questions you’d like to ask before applying, please contact stephanie.owen@peregrineresourcing.com or complete your application, so we can learn more about you. Your application will be carefully considered, and you’ll hear from us regarding its progress.
Join the DCC and discover the power of you.
What to do now
Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.
As a Disability Confident member, DCC is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments, need a copy of this job advert in an alternative format, or have any other questions you’d like to ask before applying, please contact stephanie.owen@peregrineresourcing.com
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Our Capita Choice partners will match the salary contributions you make to your pension up to 5%, depending on your plan and time with us.
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Need more time off? Increase your standard 25 days of leave by buying extra to rest, spend time with family or satisfy your wanderlust.
Cycle to Work Scheme
We’re big on keeping things green. If you want to cycle to work, we'll loan you the gear through salary sacrifice to make it tax-efficient.
As we all transition to a new normal, we can help you find the hybrid working pattern that suits you and your team best.
Save some cash by paying your travel costs up front with a season ticket loan you repay out of your salary each month.
We reward everyone with an annual bonus based on their role, team and individual performance.
Buy tax-efficient private health cover that gives you cash back for medical, optical and dental expenses – starting from £6.50 a month.
Create peace of mind with additional life or critical illness cover that pays out a lump sum when you and your family need it most.
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Step 1
Find and apply for a role
All vacancies are posted on our careers site on a page like this one, where you can apply online. You'll be asked to submit a short application form so we can find out more about you. Due to the high volume of applications, you'll only hear back from us if you've been successful.
Step 2
Chat with a recruiter
Once you pass the initial screening stage, one of our recruiters will be in touch to chat through the role and your experience. If all goes well, your application will be passed on to the hiring manager, who'll put together a shortlist for interview.
Step 3
Come for an interview
For most roles there'll be a two-stage interview process, which will include questions about your CV, competency and technical skills. For more senior positions there could be an additional interview stage. You may also be asked to give a presentation or complete a technical test, but we'll let you know in advance so you have plenty of time to prepare.
Step 4
Receive an offer
Once the interview process has been completed the successful candidate will receive an offer. Throughout the interview process the recruiter and hiring manager are happy to answer any questions you have. We want to make sure you have all the information you need to decide whether DCC and the role are right for you.
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Lead Cyber Security Operations Analyst
Location
Location:Manchester
Job type
Job type:PERMANENT
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We’re supporting the transformation of the energy system, which makes DCC a really exciting place to be. We’re working towards our goal of connecting more than 30 million homes and small businesses to our nationwide secure network. You’ll find an environment full of change and innovation, where you’re empowered to speak up and given responsibility from day one. We tackle multiple varied and challenging tasks on a daily basis, as we deliver for our customers and move towards operating the secure nationwide network at scale. Essentially, you’ll be surrounded by passionate people who believe in transforming Britain’s energy and helping everyone to lead smarter, greener lives. If that sounds like something you could get behind, this is the place for you.
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DCC has a commitment to building an inclusive workplace welcoming people of all backgrounds. Not just because it’s the right thing to do. It also makes the company stronger. We draw on differences in who we are and what we we’ve experienced. Among other things, we:
* Offer flexible working arrangements
* Adhere to equitable and transparent recruitment, training and promotion practices
* Acknowledge and honour numerous religious and cultural practices
* Support colleagues as they deepen their awareness of diversity, equality and inclusion issues
* Resource and support diversity and inclusion forums
* Offer a range of employee wellbeing programmes and support
* Regularly seek feedback from our people on a wide range of issues
Hybrid working is our new normal. All of our people are required to work from a DCC office at least 8 days per calendar month. We do however offer flexible working arrangements to support your individual needs and accommodate for any reasonable adjustments.
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