Security Specialist - Cyber Operations

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We are seeking a Security Specialist – Cyber Operations to support the protection of critical systems, networks and information from evolving cyber threats. You will work as part of a collaborative security function, monitoring events, investigating alerts and helping to maintain a resilient and proactive cyber defence capability. This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of effective security operations in a role that combines technical analysis, incident response and continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities will include monitoring security tools and platforms, triaging and investigating suspected incidents, analysing logs and threat intelligence, and coordinating appropriate containment and remediation activities. You will contribute to incident response investigations, document findings, produce clear technical reports and escalate significant risks when required. The role will also involve supporting vulnerability management, security reviews and the tuning of detection rules and use cases to improve the identification of malicious activity. You will help maintain operational procedures, contribute to cyber exercises and work with internal teams and external partners to strengthen security controls and reduce exposure to risk.

Applicants should have practical experience in a cyber security operations, incident response, threat monitoring or similar technical environment. You will need a sound understanding of security principles, common attack techniques, network and endpoint security, identity management and relevant security frameworks. Experience using SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management or other security monitoring technologies is desirable, as is familiarity with scripting, automation and threat intelligence platforms. Relevant professional certifications or equivalent hands-on experience would be advantageous. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. You should be organised, adaptable and comfortable working collaboratively, including participating in an on-call or out-of-hours rota where required.

Up to £62,000.00
Per annum
Added 16/10/2026
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Security Specialist - Cyber Operations

Derby, England, United Kingdom Permanent Cyber Security Consultant

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