Cyber Security Analyst - #2172553

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cyber Security Analyst to join a leading international professional services firm, helping protect its systems, infrastructure and data against evolving cyber threats.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong technical security background who enjoys investigating threats, managing vulnerabilities and implementing security solutions within a collaborative IT environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Monitor and respond to cyber threats using threat intelligence and security tools.
• Maintain vulnerability and remediation records, ensuring risks are prioritised and addressed.
• Coordinate penetration testing and track remediation activities.
• Support the development, implementation and maintenance of security controls and policies.
• Work with internal IT teams and third-party providers to resolve vulnerabilities, manage patching and harden systems.
• Support cyber incident response, investigations and business communications.
• Maintain security documentation and contribute to continuous improvement.

What we're looking for:

You'll have a good understanding of cyber security principles, infrastructure and security technologies, including SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management and threat intelligence. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure security tools, particularly Microsoft Sentinel and Defender, would be beneficial.

Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to manage priorities and work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Relevant certifications such as Security+, SSCP or Network+ would be advantageous.

Location: Leeds, with 3 days per week in the office.

Salary: Competitive.

Contract: Permanent, full-time.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your cyber security career within an international professional services environment, working with a broad range of security technologies and helping strengthen the organisation's security posture.