Senior Cyber Security & Network Analyst
Senior Cyber Security & Network Analyst
Location: Surrey - 2 days on-site
Salary: 70k + benefits
Type: Permanent
Overview
We're looking for a Senior Cyber Security & Network Analyst to join a high-performing IT function responsible for protecting and supporting a complex enterprise environment.
This is a hands-on, hybrid role combining cyber security operations, security engineering, and network infrastructure ownership. You'll play a key part in safeguarding systems, responding to threats, and driving continuous improvements across the organisation's security posture.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead day-to-day cyber security operations, ensuring systems remain protected and resilient
- Monitor and respond to threats via SIEM tools, investigating incidents and implementing fixes
- Manage and optimise next-generation firewalls (Palo Alto) and endpoint security platforms
- Oversee vulnerability management and patching (e.g. Qualys)
- Maintain and support network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, load balancing, connectivity)
- Analyse security data to identify risks, threats, and vulnerabilities
- Deliver security-focused projects, including new tool implementation and enhancements
- Support security audits, access controls, and compliance requirements
- Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors to resolve complex issues
- Produce and maintain technical documentation, policies, and procedures
Key Skills & Experience
We're particularly interested in candidates with a strong mix of security + networking expertise, including:
- Proven experience in cyber security operations and engineering
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Palo Alto Firewalls (essential)
- SIEM tools
- Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
- Vulnerability management tools (e.g. Qualys)
Solid networking knowledge:
- L2/L3 switching (Cisco Nexus)
- LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi (Aruba), load balancing
- Experience managing security incidents and threat response
- Understanding of data security, risk management, and compliance environments
- Exposure to working within structured or regulated environments is beneficial