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# Cyber Security Analyst

- **Company:** Hays plc
- **Location:** Leeds, UK
- **Salary:** £45,000.0 - £50,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Antivirus Softwares, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Linux, Identity and Access Management, Internet Information Services (IIS), Intrusion Detection Systems, Microsoft Security Essentials, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, Citrix Systems, Security Information and Event Management, Technical Data Management Systems, Software Vulnerability Management, Backup and Restore, EndPointSecurity, Computer Networking Systems, Information Security Management System, In-Plane Switching (IPS), Cyber Threat Analysis, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft InTune, Cybercrime, Network Server, Vulnerability Analysis, Vmware
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cv-library.co.uk/job/225754801/Cyber-Security-Analyst

## About the Role

* Experience working with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft security technologies such as Sentinel, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Servers, Defender for Cloud Apps, Intune, Conditional Access, Identity Protection and Purview.
 * Knowledge of security tools and technologies including SIEM, EDR, firewalls, IDS/IPS, anti-virus, authentication, log management, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, sandboxing and MDM.
 * Awareness of infrastructure technologies including Windows Server, VMware, Exchange, IIS, SQL Server, Linux, Citrix, Cisco networking and backup technologies.
 * Understanding of security principles including ISMS, risk assessment, the CIA triad, attack vectors, cryptography and incident response practices such as triage and chain of custody.
 * Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify patterns and trends in technical data.
 * Good stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
 * Security+, SSCP, Network+, a computing or cyber security degree, or a similar qualification would be advantageous.

## Description

I'm working with a large Leeds-based organisation that is looking for a Cyber Security Analyst to help protect its data and systems.

Working closely with the cyber leadership and wider IT teams, you'll support the development and operation of security controls, respond to ongoing threats, manage vulnerabilities and help maintain a secure global technology environment., * Develop and maintain a range of cyber security solutions and controls.

 * Analyse threat intelligence and respond to day-to-day cyber threats, implementing mitigating controls where required.
 * Maintain vulnerability and remediation records to support audit compliance and protect IT assets.
 * Work with IT teams across the organisation to secure new, existing and legacy infrastructure.
 * Define, implement, maintain and improve security measures, policies and controls.
 * Support cyber incident response, including communications with internal stakeholders, customers and suppliers.
 * Work with third parties to ensure systems are patched, hardened and remediated appropriately.
 * Create and maintain security processes, procedures and support documentation.