> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1909345-cyber-security-operations-analyst-12-month-ftc](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1909345-cyber-security-operations-analyst-12-month-ftc). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Security Operations Analyst - 12 Month FTC - **Company:** Ashurst - **Location:** London, UK (Remote available) - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security, Security Information and Event Management, Firewalls (Computer Science), CIS Benchmarks - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=22ac4d1eb278f96a ## About the Role The successful candidate will have: * Strong understanding and experience of cyber security operations and security best practices, with knowledge of recognised frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls or ITIL. * Strong knowledge of network security, intrusion detection/prevention systems and SIEM tools. * Experience with security technologies such as firewalls, SIEM, DLP and endpoint protection. Practical understanding of the application of various security tools. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex technical processes into clear, practical documentation and engage effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. #LI-HYBRID #LI-TM1 ## Description The Cyber Security Operations Analyst will play a critical role in safeguarding our organization's computer networks and systems. You will be responsible for monitoring security events, analysing data, identifying potential threats, and responding to security incidents in a timely manner. In addition, this role will work across security operations to document, standardise and continuously improve operational processes, ensuring they align with industry best practices and security frameworks, identifying opportunities to simplify manual activities, improve consistency and establish the foundations for automation and orchestration where appropriate. This role requires a strong technical background in cybersecurity, excellent analytical ,process analysis and documentation skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment You will work in a global team and support on BAU activities The is a full time position on an initial 12 month fixed term basis. The role will be based in London with hybrid working. Main responsibilities include: * Analyse existing operational processes and identify inefficiencies, duplication and risk * Design and document standard operating procedures (SOPs). * Develop high-quality operational documentation. * Monitor security alerts and events using security information and event management (SIEM) tools. * Investigate and triage security events based on severity and impact. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [A practical guide to writing secure Dockerfiles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/109-a-practical-guide-to-writing-secure-dockerfiles) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [You can’t hack what you can’t see](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/41-you-can-t-hack-what-you-can-t-see) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [The Overflow: Security and Privacy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/715-the-overflow-security-and-privacy)