Protective Monitoring Consultant

Job Description

DV Cleared Protective Monitoring Consultant | St Ives, Cambridgeshire | Outside IR35 | Onsite

Please note: St Ives, Cambridgeshire (NOT Cornwall)

CND are supporting a government organisation in securing critical systems and are seeking a DV Cleared Protective Monitoring Consultant with strong LogRhythm expertise to join a high-impact security programme.

What You'll Be Doing

• Monitoring and analysing security events using LogRhythm
• Investigating, triaging, and responding to security incidents
• Conducting deep-dive analysis and root cause investigations
• Producing detailed incident and threat reports
• Tuning and optimising LogRhythm detection rules and use cases
• Providing 2nd Line LogRhythm administration support
• Supporting SOC operations and continuous security improvements
• Mentoring junior analysts and enhancing monitoring processes

What We're Looking For

• Active DV Clearance
• Strong hands-on experience with LogRhythm Client & Web Console
• Proven background in SOC Operations and Incident Response
• Strong analytical and investigative skills
• Experience working within highly secure or defence environments
• Ability to operate independently within mission-critical settings

Desirable Experience

• CISSP, GSEC, GCIA, or GCIH certifications
• MOD or Government experience
• LogRhythm XM deployment experience

Why Apply?

• Outside IR35 contract
• High-profile government programme
• Opportunity to directly support national security outcomes
• Work within a highly secure, technically challenging environment
• Immediate impact from day one

DV Cleared and interested? Get in touch to find out more.