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# IT Security Analyst

- **Company:** Michael Page
- **Location:** Guildford, UK
- **Salary:** £98,280.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, Microsoft Office, Phishing, Software Vulnerability Management, EndPointSecurity
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobsthamesvalley.co.uk/jobs/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2918963123-2

## About the Role

reporting and user engagement metrics.Develop awareness content across email, intranet, social platforms, posters and face-to-face sessions.Improve operational security processes including access management, vulnerability management and incident management.Create security reports, dashboards and metrics for technical and non-technical audiences.Promote a positive security culture through collaboration, communication and education.The Successful Applicant A successful IT Security Analyst should have:Proven experience managing security awareness programmes and phishing simulation campaigns.Strong knowledge of user engagement initiatives, targeted training and compliance reporting.Solid understanding of recognised security frameworks and standards, particularly Cyber Essentials.Knowledge of cyber threat intelligence concepts, including IOCs, TTPs and threat analysis.Experience working with SOC teams, managed security service providers or security operations functions.Hands-on experience with
Microsoft Defender XDR.Knowledge of Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Defender for Identity and Defender for Cloud Apps.Strong analytical and incident investigation skills.Excellent stakeholder communication and reporting capabilities.BPSS clearance eligibility or ability to undergo BPSS screening.What's on OfferCompetitive daily rate of 378 a day inside IR35.Temporary contract position based in Surrey.If you're interested in this role, apply now.

## Description

Job ID: JN-072026-7064793Posted: 2026-07-17Location: Surrey, England, GBSalary: 96192 - 98792/yearType: TemporaryCompany: Michael PageContact: Cameron HadfieldJob function: TechnologySubsector: SecuritySector: PropertyWhere: SurreyContract type: TemporaryConsultant name: Cameron HadfieldCompetitive daily rate of 380 a day inside IR35.Lead impactful cyber security initiatives across a large environment.About Our Client This company operates within the property industry. Job DescriptionSupport security operations, incident investigations and response activities.Collaborate with the Security Operations Centre (SOC) to analyse threats and security alerts.Conduct threat intelligence research and identify emerging cyber risks, adversary tactics and indicators of compromise.Utilise Microsoft Defender XDR and associated Microsoft Defender products to support investigations and remediation.Lead cyber security awareness campaigns and phishing simulations using KnowBe4.Produce regular compliance


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