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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Security Analyst - Infrastructure & Networks - **Company:** National Health Service - **Location:** London, UK - **Salary:** £59,264 - £67,818 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Information and Event Management, Cyber Warfare - **Published:** November 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/cyber-security-analyst-infrastructure-networks/55471315 ## About the Role Reference number990-TDD-CY-EC4657-E-AJob locationsWellington Place, Leeds / Hexagon House, ExeterLeeds / ExeterLS1 4APUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.Please ensure your supporting statement includes demonstratable evidence and specific examples on how you meet the criteria for each of the key skills specified. This will be used in both the shortlisting and interview processesYou will be required to have previous experience (1+ years) of working in a Cyber Operations environment in an analyst role, and it is desirable to hold either SC-200, SANS SEC504 or other SANS qualifications relevant to this role.Important: Please be aware there are residency requirements you need to meet:All NHS England Cyber Security personnel must hold Security Clearance level as a minimum. To meet National Security Vetting requirements, SC clearances require 5 years continuous UK residency. In certain cases, this can be reduced to three years continuous UK residency, with additional overseas checks for the previous two years. Candidates who were posted abroad for service with HM Government, Armed Forces or within a UK government role - will still be considered.Please make sure you meet these requirements before applying for this role. You dont need to have SC already, however, failure to achieve the requirements for SC after offer will result in the job offer being withdrawn. For further advice please check you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today! We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out!, Job responsibilitiesYou can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.Please ensure your supporting statement includes demonstratable evidence and specific examples on how you meet the criteria for each of the key skills specified. This will be used in both the shortlisting and interview processesYou will be required to have previous experience (1+ years) of working in a Cyber Operations environment in an analyst role, and it is desirable to hold either SC-200, SANS SEC504 or other SANS qualifications relevant to this role.Important: Please be aware there are residency requirements you need to meet:All NHS England Cyber Security personnel must hold Security Clearance level as a minimum. To meet National Security Vetting requirements, SC clearances require 5 years continuous UK residency. In certain cases, this can be reduced to three years continuous UK residency, with additional overseas checks for the previous two years. Candidates who were posted abroad for service with HM Government, Armed Forces or within a UK government role - will still be considered.Please make sure you meet these requirements before applying for this role. You dont need to have SC already, however, failure to achieve the requirements for SC after offer will result in the job offer being withdrawn. For further advice please check you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today! We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out!Person Specification Knowledge EssentialWorking knowledge of methods and processes to monitor, analyse and respond to network attacks, intrusions or any unauthorised actions; ability to use techniques and tools to perform network defence.Proven knowledge of tools, techniques and processes of intrusion detection and prevention; ability to detect, resolve and prevent intrusion behaviours to protect organisational networks.Working knowledge of concept, procedures and processes of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM); ability to utilise related applications to protect organisational networks from cyber risks.Working knowledge of modules, processes and technologies of Information Security Operation Centre (ISOC); ability to detect, response and utilise related platform and applications to perform cyber security initiatives.Working knowledge of concept, issues and techniques of endpoint security; ability to ensure security compliance of endpoint devices in various circumstances., EssentialPost-graduate level degree in Cyber Security, or relevant subject, or equivalent level of experience.Evidence of continuous professional development. Person Specification Knowledge EssentialWorking knowledge of methods and processes to monitor, analyse and respond to network attacks, intrusions or any unauthorised actions; ability to use techniques and tools to perform network defence.Proven knowledge of tools, techniques and processes of intrusion detection and prevention; ability to detect, resolve and prevent intrusion behaviours to protect organisational networks.Working knowledge of concept, procedures and processes of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM); ability to utilise related applications to protect organisational networks from cyber risks.Working knowledge of modules, processes and technologies of Information Security Operation Centre (ISOC); ability to detect, response and utilise related platform and applications to perform cyber security initiatives.Working knowledge of concept, issues and techniques of endpoint security; ability to ensure security compliance of endpoint devices in various circumstances., EssentialPost-graduate level degree in Cyber Security, or relevant subject, or equivalent level of experience.Evidence of continuous professional development.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameNHS EnglandAddressWellington Place, Leeds / Hexagon House, ExeterLeeds / ExeterLS1 4APUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameNHS EnglandAddressWellington Place, Leeds / Hexagon House, ExeterLeeds / ExeterLS1 4APUnited KingdomEmployer's website ## Description advertised to attract the right skills needed for the role.The post of Security Advisor /Analyst has been awarded a Recruitment and Retention Premia (RRP) in response to current labour market conditions. In recognition of this, the role attracts an additional monthly RRP payment equal to 20% per annum.Please be aware that RRP is non-contractual and subject to reviewPlease note: If you have previously applied for this role, we ask that you do not submit a further application on this occasionMain duties of the jobThe Security Advisor Infrastructure and Networks analyst role is within the Security Operations pillar of the CSOC (Cyber Security Operations Centre) providing second line security analytics and incident response services.Act as a Tier 2 Infrastructures and Networks analyst for the Security Operations team.Deputise for Senior Analysts in their absence.Act as an escalation point for Tier 1 Junior Analysts for incidents and investigations.Have previous experience of working in a