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# Senior Cyber Security Analyst

- **Company:** VIQU Ltd
- **Location:** Glasgow, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £12,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JIRA, Microsoft Azure, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Firewalls (Computer Science), Performance Monitor, Operating System Security, Servicenow, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** October 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/senior-cyber-security-analyst/57453067

## About the Role

* Proven experience in a Senior Cyber Security Analyst, Security Operations Analyst, or equivalent technical security role
 * Strong hands-on experience with SIEM technologies, threat detection, security monitoring, and incident response
 * Experience with security technologies including firewalls, endpoint detection and response (EDR), DLP, and vulnerability management tools
 * Demonstrable experience investigating complex security incidents and implementing remediation measures
 * Strong understanding of security frameworks, risk management, and ISO 27001
 * Previous experience acting as a technical SME, mentoring analysts, and supporting BAU security operations
 * Familiarity with ITSM and delivery tools such as ServiceNow, Cherwell, Jira, or Azure DevOps
 * Excellent stakeholder management skills and experience collaborating across global teams
 * Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or CISSP are desirable, * Communication Skills (Key)
 * Health and Safety Principles
 * Incident Response
 * Intrusion Detection Systems
 * ISO Standards (Various)
 * Operating System Security
 * Security Incident & Event Management
 * Self-Motivation
 * Vulnerability Assessment
 * Vulnerability Assessment & Scanning

## Description

VIQU are partnering with a leading global professional services organisation seeking a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to strengthen their security operations and enhance their cyber security posture. This is a hands-on technical role focused on threat detection, incident response, security controls, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing technical guidance, mentoring junior analysts, and collaborating with global teams to ensure effective security operations., * Lead the monitoring, investigation, and response to security alerts and incidents using SIEM and other security technologies

 * Analyse security logs, network traffic, and threat intelligence to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities
 * Manage complex security incidents, including root cause analysis, containment, and remediation
 * Implement, maintain, and optimise security controls across infrastructure, applications, and endpoints
 * Conduct vulnerability assessments, security testing, and reviews to identify and address security weaknesses
 * Act as a technical SME, mentoring junior analysts and supporting BAU security operations
 * Collaborate with IT and infrastructure teams to strengthen security practices and organisational resilience
 * Maintain security documentation in line with ISO 27001 and monitor performance against KPIs and SLAs