Cyber Security Analyst

Cyber Security Analyst

As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will be critical in safeguarding all IT systems. Ideally, you'd have a strong understanding of cyber security principles and a passion for staying ahead of emerging threats.

Key Responsibilities
* Monitor, analyse and investigate security incidents detected by Microsoft 365 Defender, including conducting threat-hunting activities.
* Participate in incident response activities, including coordination, containment, and remediation.
* Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks in line with business and compliance requirements.
* Utilize Microsoft Purview for data discovery to fulfil subject access requests and support information security investigations.
* Assist in developing and maintaining security policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.

Qualifications
* Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 Defender, including Defender for Office 365, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, Attack Surface Reduction, Secure Score, and Vulnerability Management tools.
* Proficiency in one or more scripting or programming languages (e.g. KQL, PowerShell).
* Knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and technologies, as well as common cybersecurity frameworks such as Cyber Essentials Plus, ISO/IEC 27001, and NIST Controls.

Please note this organisation is unable to sponsor professionals outside of the UK. You are required to being an active holder of security clearance and or able to obtain this through UK Security Vetting.

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.