ICT Analyst (Cyber Security) 12 Month FTC

New Forest District Council is on a journey of major transformation. While we prepare for this exciting change, we need a skilled professional to maintain and protect our existing ICT services. Cyber security is critical to ensuring our systems remain secure and resilient during this period of transition., We are seeking a Cyber Security Analyst (Fixed term for 12 months) to provide backfill support for our Business as Usual (BAU) activities. You will play a key role in safeguarding council services by investigating incidents and alerts raised by our Security monitoring and endpoint protection systems. This is an opportunity to work within a dedicated ICT team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities

• Investigate incidents and alerts from Cyber Security systems

• Support incident response and vulnerability management processes.

• Assist with maintaining security controls across cloud and on-premises environments.

• Collaborate with ICT colleagues and stakeholders to embed security best practices.

Do you have experience in ITIL?, * Strong understanding of working in a Security operations (SOC) environment

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft security products (Sentinel, Defender XDR)

• Ability to investigate identity-based alerts (AAD/Entra ID)

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with KQL for querying logs

• Knowledge of ITIL processes and security certifications (e.g., Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001).

• Experience in local government or public sector environments.

What We Offer

• A supportive and professional environment with opportunities for development.

• Flexible and smart working arrangements, including remote working where possible.

If you are passionate about cyber security and want to help us protect vital services during this transformation, we would love to hear from you. What's in it for you?

• £31,161 - £34,654 per annum

• 24 - 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus an additional 5 days for 5 years local authority continuous service.

• Local Government Pension Scheme and AVC provision

• Hybrid Working

• Wide range of employee discounts at high street retailers, including supermarkets, stores and restaurants

As one of the largest districts in the country, with 6 towns and a close relationship with neighbouring conurbations, the New Forest provides a supportive environment in which everyone who works for us can help drive our aims. At NFDC we believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the council and that's why we encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, where ideas are actively sought and self-development promoted. We also recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce, and we actively promote a good work/life balance. We're keen to support career development and help all colleagues to be the best they can be. We are proud of our values, please watch this short video to find out more. LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness (youtube.com)