Senior Cyber Threat Detection and Response Analyst

Aviva plc
Todmorden, UK
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Cyber Security Information Technology Operations Intrusion Detection and Prevention Information Systems Security Architecture Professional Microsoft Security Essentials Software Vulnerability Management Mitre Att&ck Cyber Threat Analysis

Requirements

organisation, and influence the future direction of our cyber defence strategy. Your expertise will directly contribute to protecting critical business operations while supporting your own professional development within a highly skilled and forward-thinking team.Leading complex cyber security investigations and incident response activities.Conducting proactive threat hunting to identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities.Analysing security alerts, logs and telemetry data to detect malicious activity.Collaborating with Threat Intelligence, Security Assurance, Vulnerability Management and IT Operations teams to strengthen cyber resilience.Driving continuous improvement of detection capabilities, response processes and cyber defence strategies.This role is full time, 37.5 hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements.Essential experience of the Senior Cyber Threat Detection and Response AnalystSignificant experience within Cyber Security Operations, Incident Response or Threat Detection environments.Demonstrable experience investigating and managing complex cyber security incidents.Strong knowledge of Security Information and Event Management platforms, Endpoint Detection and Response technologies, and Threat Detection and Response solutions.Experience analysing logs, alerts, security telemetry and security incident data.Strong understanding of attacker tactics, techniques and procedures, including the MITRE ATT&CK framework.Qualifications for the Senior Cyber Threat Detection and Response AnalystEssential:Relevant cyber security experience supported by industry-recognised cyber security qualifications.Desirable:GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (SC-200)GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)CREST Practitioner qualificationsSecurity, working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. There is an annual Window to request this benefit. ‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day’s paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charityExcellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.Babcock International For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. We are a disability confident, committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email ##### with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.Closing date: 25/09/######BABDESTNUC

Benefits & conditions

ClearanceThe successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to achieve and maintain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance for this role.Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)What we offer Generous holiday allowanceMatched contribution pension scheme, with life assuranceAccess to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+Employee share schemeEmployee shopping savings portalPayment of Professional FeesReservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leaveHoliday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one

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