> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2049441-lead-cyber-detect-and-respond-analyst](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2049441-lead-cyber-detect-and-respond-analyst). 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). --- # Lead Cyber Detect and Respond Analyst - **Company:** Ministry of Justice - **Location:** Newport, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £42,914.0 - £53,081.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Cyber Security, Security Information and Event Management, SC Clearance, Cybercrime, Performance Monitor - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobs.service.gov.uk/jobs/6a7c5efc4b4e9bf25c38407a/apply ## About the Role Essential Experience working in a Security Operations Centre (SOC) or similar cyber security role. Previous experience leading, coordinating, or supervising. Working understanding of cybersecurity operations, threat detection methodologies, and incident response processes. Strong experience in analysing and correlating logs (e.g., SIEM, XDR/EDR, cloud, network). Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure. Strong communication skills, capable of presenting findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong people skills with experience mentoring and developing junior analysts, building confidence and capability within the team while contributing to SOC process and detection improvements. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external partners. Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance ## Description Please note that unless you are an existing member of staff at Justice Digital, Data and Science, the only London location being recruited to is 10 South Colonnade, E14 4PU. We are no longer recruiting to 102 Petty France, SW1H 9AJ. The Role Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. Please click on the link for details. We're recruiting for a Lead Cyber Detect and Respond Analyst here at Justice Digital, Data and Science to be part of our warm and collaborative Digital Infrastructure and Security Operations (DISO) team. This role aligns against Monitoring Lead from the Government Security Profession Framework. The Lead Cyber Detect and Respond Analyst will lead the proactive monitoring, analysis, and response to security events and incidents, ensuring the effective detection and mitigation of cyber threats to the Ministry of Justice (MoJ). The lead analyst develops and refines detection and response procedures, mentors junior team members, and provides expert guidance during high-severity incidents. Operating with a high degree of independence and technical authority, this role plays a critical part in strengthening the MoJ's cyber resilience and advancing the maturity of SOC operations. We recognise that people develop skills through a variety of professional, academic, and lived experiences., SOC actively monitor the hours between 8am - 6pm and provide on call coverage if needed outside of these hours. This is managed on a rota basis. Additional allowances are provided for on-call staff. Lead the day-to-day coordination of security operations activities, ensuring investigations, incident response actions, and operational tasks are effectively assigned, tracked, and delivered. Manage operational workload distribution across the team, balancing priorities, resolving resource conflicts, and maintaining visibility of deadlines and service commitments. Oversee and maintain incident and investigation tracking processes, ensuring records are accurate, up to date, and provide clear operational oversight. Act as one of the primary escalation points for complex security investigations, incidents, and operational issues, providing direction and support to analysts. Mentor and coach analysts in investigative techniques, incident handling, and response processes to improve team capability and consistency. 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