Senior Information Security Analyst

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd
Maidstone, United Kingdom
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 65K

Job location

Maidstone, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Azure
Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing Security
Computer Security
Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Azure
Kusto Query Language
Security Information and Event Management
Software Vulnerability Management
Microsoft Sentinel

Job description

As an Information Security Analyst, you will play a key role in safeguarding cloud environments. You will design, implement, and optimize security controls, monitor threats, and lead remediation efforts across the organisation. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys solving complex security challenges and driving continuous improvement., * Lead the design and implementation of Azure security best practices, policies, and controls.

  • Manage and optimise Microsoft Sentinel SIEM, including rule creation, use-case development, automation, and threat hunting.
  • Oversee vulnerability management activities using Tenable, ensuring timely identification, prioritisation, and remediation of risks.
  • Support incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and root-cause analysis.
  • Conduct security assessments, recommend improvements, and work with engineering and IT teams to implement secure solutions.
  • Continuously assess cloud environments for misconfigurations, threats, and compliance gaps.
  • Prepare security reports, dashboards, and metrics for leadership and stakeholders.

Requirements

Are you passionate about building secure cloud environments and driving proactive security solutions? We re looking for a highly skilled Information Security Analyst with strong expertise in Azure cloud security, Microsoft Sentinel, and Tenable to join a growing security team., * Strong hands-on experience with Azure Security Centre, Azure AD, Defender for Cloud, and cloud security architecture.

  • Proven expertise in Microsoft Sentinel SIEM administration, threat detection, and automation (KQL experience desirable).
  • Solid understanding of vulnerability management with Tenable (Tenable.io/Tenable.sc).
  • Knowledge of industry security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS).
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Relevant certifications highly desirable (AZ-500, SC-200, CEH, Security+, etc.).

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