Threat Detection Jobs in the UK

26 to 50 of 176 Threat Detection Jobs in the UK

Senior SOC Analyst

Glasgow, United Kingdom
Applicable Limited
from security incidents. Develop and maintain incident response plans, ensuring they align with industry best practices. Escalation management in the event of a security incident Follow major incident process Threat Intelligence: Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities, integrating threat intelligence into security monitoring processes. Contribute to the development of threat intelligence feeds to enhance … proactive threat detection. Proactively hunt for threats within enterprise environments using SIEM and EDR solutions. Fine-tune SIEM detection rules, correlation alerts, and log sources to reduce false positives. Analyse threat intelligence feeds, map findings to MITRE ATT&CK framework, and provide actionable security recommendations. Collaborate with SOC teams to investigate alerts, escalate incidents, and improve detection mechanisms. Conduct adversary simulation exercises to test and improve detection capabilities. Generate detailed reports on emerging threats, attack trends, and security posture improvements. Monitored and analysed security logs from SIEM platforms to identify suspicious activity. Security Tool Management: Manage and optimise SIEM tools, ensuring they are properly configured and updated to maximize effectiveness. Own the development and implementation More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Staff Security Engineer

England, United Kingdom
Diagram
evolving cyber threats to ensure the security and integrity of our Firm. The role requires a deep understanding of Cybersecurity principles, incident response, cloud security, offensive security, and proactive threat detection with a proven track record of managing security risks and cross functional collaboration. The Security Team is 100% distributed and remote. This role will be reporting directly … collaborating with cross-functional teams to prioritize and remediate issues as necessary Develop and maintain security incident response playbooks and automate security workflows to improve efficiency and effectiveness Conduct Threat Hunting activities to identify potential issues and implement strategies for proactive threat detection Manage and optimize security tools and technologies, such as SIEM, SOAR, Container Orchestration like More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Chief Information Security Officer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
SR2 | Socially Responsible Recruitment | Certified B Corporation™
has never been greater. You will own the security vision and strategy while rolling up your sleeves to implement, scale, and continually improve our approach to GRC, risk management, threat mitigation, and compliance frameworks. Key Responsibilities GRC Leadership: Design and implement a scalable GRC framework tailored to the business, addressing risk management, compliance standards (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC … governance controls. Security Strategy: Develop and execute a long-term cybersecurity strategy aligned with business goals, balancing innovation and risk. Security Operations: Oversee day-to-day cybersecurity operations, including threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and network security. Risk Management: Identify and manage risks to information assets and IT systems. Lead enterprise risk assessments and mitigation planning. Compliance More ❯
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Chief Information Security Officer

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
SR2 | Socially Responsible Recruitment | Certified B Corporation™
has never been greater. You will own the security vision and strategy while rolling up your sleeves to implement, scale, and continually improve our approach to GRC, risk management, threat mitigation, and compliance frameworks. Key Responsibilities GRC Leadership: Design and implement a scalable GRC framework tailored to the business, addressing risk management, compliance standards (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC … governance controls. Security Strategy: Develop and execute a long-term cybersecurity strategy aligned with business goals, balancing innovation and risk. Security Operations: Oversee day-to-day cybersecurity operations, including threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and network security. Risk Management: Identify and manage risks to information assets and IT systems. Lead enterprise risk assessments and mitigation planning. Compliance More ❯
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Chief Information Security Officer

South East London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
SR2 | Socially Responsible Recruitment | Certified B Corporation™
has never been greater. You will own the security vision and strategy while rolling up your sleeves to implement, scale, and continually improve our approach to GRC, risk management, threat mitigation, and compliance frameworks. Key Responsibilities GRC Leadership: Design and implement a scalable GRC framework tailored to the business, addressing risk management, compliance standards (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC … governance controls. Security Strategy: Develop and execute a long-term cybersecurity strategy aligned with business goals, balancing innovation and risk. Security Operations: Oversee day-to-day cybersecurity operations, including threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and network security. Risk Management: Identify and manage risks to information assets and IT systems. Lead enterprise risk assessments and mitigation planning. Compliance More ❯
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Senior Cloud Security Engineer

London, United Kingdom
Molten Ventures plc
applications. Deploy and Manage Security Tooling: Select, implement, and operate key tools across GCP , such as Cloud Armor , Cloud Identity , Security Command Center , and VPC Service Controls for ongoing threat detection and response. Integrate Security in SDLC: Collaborate with product and engineering teams to integrate security into every stage of the software development lifecycle. Threat Modeling and … Risk Analysis: Perform structured threat modeling using frameworks such as STRIDE and PASTA to proactively mitigate security risks. Champion Developer Education: Promote secure development practices by educating engineers on cloud and application security fundamentals. Mentor and Lead: Act as a mentor to future hires, helping scale a high-impact cloud security function as the business grows. What you'll … with core cloud security components including IAM , WAFs , SIEM , CSPM , and vulnerability scanners. Technical Skills: Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language (e.g. Python, Go, Bash). Threat Modeling: Practical knowledge of frameworks like STRIDE and PASTA. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field. Collaborative Expertise: Clear and effective communication More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Security Engineer (Threat Detection and Response)

London, United Kingdom
SumUp Inc
Security Operations (SecOps) Team, where we are dedicated to protecting our organization from evolving threats. We are looking for a skilled and passionate Senior Security Engineer to focus on Threat Detection and Response in a dynamic, hybrid cloud environment. This is a unique opportunity to lead and enhance our capabilities in detecting, investigating, and responding to security threats. … Security Operations Team collaborates closely with cross-functional teams across the Information Security organization and external partners. We lead key initiatives, including security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and threat intelligence, all aimed at strengthening our security posture and ensuring resilience against emerging threats. About the role & what you'll do: As a Senior Security Engineer specializing in Threat Detection and Response, you will be at the forefront of our security efforts, leading incident response investigations, driving incidents to resolution, and implementing improvements based on lessons learned. Additionally, you will develop and automate detection and response workflows, elevating the efficiency and effectiveness of our security operations. Lead the response to security incidents from initial detection More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Cyber Security Consultant – Detection Engineering

London Area, United Kingdom
RiverSafe
We are looking for a skilled Detection Engineer to join our Cyber Security team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-fidelity threat detections across our security platforms. You’ll work at the intersection of threat intelligence, telemetry and security operations to build scalable, reliable and effective detection capabilities. Key Responsibilities … Design, develop and deploy detection logic across SIEM, EDR and cloud security platforms. Build detections aligned with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and continuously tune for accuracy and performance. Conduct threat modelling and participate in purple team exercises to assess and improve detection effectiveness. Use Detection-as-Code principles to manage detection rules via … version control, CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks. Reduce false positives through tuning, enrichment and contextual awareness. Skills 3+ years of experience in security operations, detection engineering, threat hunting, or a related Cyber Security field. Proficiency in query languages such as SPL (Splunk), KQL (Microsoft), Sigma, or similar. Experience with SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk, Sentinel, Elastic More ❯
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Cyber Security Consultant – Detection Engineering

City of London, London, United Kingdom
RiverSafe
We are looking for a skilled Detection Engineer to join our Cyber Security team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-fidelity threat detections across our security platforms. You’ll work at the intersection of threat intelligence, telemetry and security operations to build scalable, reliable and effective detection capabilities. Key Responsibilities … Design, develop and deploy detection logic across SIEM, EDR and cloud security platforms. Build detections aligned with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and continuously tune for accuracy and performance. Conduct threat modelling and participate in purple team exercises to assess and improve detection effectiveness. Use Detection-as-Code principles to manage detection rules via … version control, CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks. Reduce false positives through tuning, enrichment and contextual awareness. Skills 3+ years of experience in security operations, detection engineering, threat hunting, or a related Cyber Security field. Proficiency in query languages such as SPL (Splunk), KQL (Microsoft), Sigma, or similar. Experience with SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk, Sentinel, Elastic More ❯
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Cyber Security Consultant – Detection Engineering

South East London, England, United Kingdom
RiverSafe
We are looking for a skilled Detection Engineer to join our Cyber Security team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-fidelity threat detections across our security platforms. You’ll work at the intersection of threat intelligence, telemetry and security operations to build scalable, reliable and effective detection capabilities. Key Responsibilities … Design, develop and deploy detection logic across SIEM, EDR and cloud security platforms. Build detections aligned with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and continuously tune for accuracy and performance. Conduct threat modelling and participate in purple team exercises to assess and improve detection effectiveness. Use Detection-as-Code principles to manage detection rules via … version control, CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks. Reduce false positives through tuning, enrichment and contextual awareness. Skills 3+ years of experience in security operations, detection engineering, threat hunting, or a related Cyber Security field. Proficiency in query languages such as SPL (Splunk), KQL (Microsoft), Sigma, or similar. Experience with SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk, Sentinel, Elastic More ❯
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Tier 2 SOC Analyst- Cyber Threat Analysis Center

England, United Kingdom
DXC Technology Inc
Tier 2 SOC Analyst - Cyber Threat Analysis Center Job Description: The Tier 2 Cyber Security Analyst is a mid-tier position within the Cyber Threat Analysis Centre (CTAC), responsible for advancing the initial work conducted by Tier 1 Analysts and providing more in-depth analysis of potential threats to the organization. This role is crucial in the escalated … Tier 1 Analysts. The Tier 2 Analyst works closely with senior and junior analysts to ensure a seamless SOC operation and acts as a bridge between foundational and advanced threat detection and response functions. Responsibilities: Conduct escalated triage and analysis on security events identified by Tier 1 Analysts, determining threat severity and advising on initial response actions. … conducting deeper analysis on correlated events and identifying patterns or anomalies that may indicate suspicious or malicious activity. Use OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence) to enrich contextual data and enhance detection capabilities, contributing to a proactive stance on emerging threats. Monitor the threat landscape and document findings on evolving threat vectors, sharing relevant insights with CTAC teams to More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior SOC Analyst

Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom
McNally Recruitment Ltd
plan, life assurance, pension scheme, and a generous flexible benefits fund. Key Requirements: We are seeking an experienced Senior SOC Analyst who brings a strong background in security operations , threat detection, and incident response. This is a critical role that supports the defence of national infrastructure through proactive monitoring, analysis, and improvement of cybersecurity postures. Essential Skills and … with SIEM tools such as Microsoft Sentinel and Splunk . Solid understanding of network protocols and infrastructure (e.g. TCP/IP , VPNs , firewalls ). Skilled in incident response and threat intelligence analysis . Familiarity with Mitre Att&ck framework and advanced threat detection techniques. Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Able to provide mentorship and leadership within … SOC team. Desirable (Nice-to-Have): Industry-recognised cybersecurity certifications such as CRT or OSCP . Previous experience handling SC or DV cleared environments. Demonstrated ability to fine-tune detection logic and improve SOC processes. Active engagement with the cybersecurity community and awareness of emerging trends. Role & Responsibilities: As a Senior SOC Analyst , you will be at the forefront More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior SOC Analyst

Gosport, Hampshire, South East, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Walsh Employment
plan, life assurance, pension scheme, and a generous flexible benefits fund Key Requirements We are seeking an experienced Senior SOC Analyst who brings a strong background in security operations , threat detection, and incident response. This is a critical role that supports the defence of national infrastructure through proactive monitoring, analysis, and improvement of cybersecurity postures. Essential Skills and … on expertise with SIEM tools such as Microsoft Sentinel and Splunk Solid understanding of network protocols and infrastructure (e.g. TCP/IP , VPNs , firewalls ) Skilled in incident response and threat intelligence analysis Familiarity with Mitre Att&ck framework and advanced threat detection techniques Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities Able to provide mentorship and leadership within a … SOC team Desirable (Nice-to-Have): Industry-recognised cybersecurity certifications such as CRT or OSCP Previous experience handling SC or DV cleared environments Demonstrated ability to fine-tune detection logic and improve SOC processes Active engagement with the cybersecurity community and awareness of emerging trends Role & Responsibilities As a Senior SOC Analyst , you will be at the forefront of More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
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Sr. Security Engineer UK

United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Intermedia.net, Inc
each other accountable and always have each other's back! About the role: Intermedia's Information Security team is seeking a Senior Security Engineer with a strong passion for threat detection, incident response, and security engineering. The ideal candidate thrives in digging through data to find anomalies, identifying root causes, uncovering malicious activity, recommending corrective actions, and working … concerns. Security Engineering & Tooling Assist with security reviews related to infrastructure and system changes. Build, enhance, and maintain internal security tooling and scripting repositories. Contribute to the development of detection content, alert tuning, and automation pipelines. Strategic & Team Contributions Drive annual security team goals and cross-functional initiatives. Author and maintain clear, actionable documentation and knowledge bases. Mentor junior … technologies and associated security controls. Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following: Penetration Testing : Offensive security and exploitation techniques. Digital Forensics : Host, network, or memory-based investigation. Threat Hunting : Detection engineering and hypothesis-driven threat investigation. Knowledge of modern security tooling (SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management, SOAR). Strong documentation and communication skills; fluent in written More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Security Operations Manager

Reading, Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom
Hays
also serves as a technical authority within the team and department. What you'll need to succeed Security Operations & Incident Response Lead security operations services, including monitoring, incident response, threat management, and intrusion detection, using both internal and external resources. Manage the outsourced 24/7 security operations service. Lead the organisation's response to security incidents, coordinating … recovery efforts with internal teams and vendors. Establish and manage threat intelligence processes to ensure timely remediation of vulnerabilities. Monitor and analyse performance metrics to support security troubleshooting and continuous improvement. Identity & Access Management Provide expert technical leadership for identity and access management, ensuring secure, high-performing services aligned with SLAs. Oversee day-to-day monitoring and maintenance of … Qualifications Degree or equivalent industry certification. Professional certification in security/identity (e.g. CREST, GIAC). ITIL Foundation certification. Incident response certification preferred. Technical Knowledge Proficient in SIEM, EDR, threat detection, and vulnerability management. Solid understanding of network security (firewalls, segmentation, IDS/IPS). Experience with Windows, Mac, Linux environments and security tooling. Familiarity with public cloud More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £70,000
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Senior SOC Analyst - Shift Lead

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
55 Exec Search
on your shift, while also delivering advanced security operations services to clients across a range of industries. As a Senior SOC Analyst , you will be central to incident response, threat hunting , and real-time defence management , guiding and mentoring two junior SOC analysts. The SOC team is deeply committed to leveraging the latest in automation and artificial intelligence, including … and investigating incidents, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. Client Relationship Management: Act as a point of contact, managing ongoing communications and ensuring technical needs are met Threat Detection & Analysis: Triage and analyse alerts across multiple SIEM platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, custom ELK stacks). Log & Threat Intelligence Analysis: Perform detailed log analysis and threat intelligence research to uncover root causes and bolster security defences. Technical Reporting: Deliver clear, client-focused reports on incidents, alerts, and threat activity. Escalation Handling: Manage critical escalations with precision and provide comprehensive, well-documented resolutions. SOC Innovation: Work with leadership to enhance operational efficiency and integrate emerging technologies. Incident Management: Lead security incident investigations and responses, offering More ❯
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Senior SOC Analyst - Shift Lead

Gloucester, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
55 Exec Search
on your shift, while also delivering advanced security operations services to clients across a range of industries. As a Senior SOC Analyst , you will be central to incident response, threat hunting , and real-time defence management , guiding and mentoring two junior SOC analysts. The SOC team is deeply committed to leveraging the latest in automation and artificial intelligence, including … and investigating incidents, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. Client Relationship Management: Act as a point of contact, managing ongoing communications and ensuring technical needs are met Threat Detection & Analysis: Triage and analyse alerts across multiple SIEM platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, custom ELK stacks). Log & Threat Intelligence Analysis: Perform detailed log analysis and threat intelligence research to uncover root causes and bolster security defences. Technical Reporting: Deliver clear, client-focused reports on incidents, alerts, and threat activity. Escalation Handling: Manage critical escalations with precision and provide comprehensive, well-documented resolutions. SOC Innovation: Work with leadership to enhance operational efficiency and integrate emerging technologies. Incident Management: Lead security incident investigations and responses, offering More ❯
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Senior SOC Analyst - Shift Lead

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
55 Exec Search
on your shift, while also delivering advanced security operations services to clients across a range of industries. As a Senior SOC Analyst , you will be central to incident response, threat hunting , and real-time defence management , guiding and mentoring two junior SOC analysts. The SOC team is deeply committed to leveraging the latest in automation and artificial intelligence, including … and investigating incidents, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. Client Relationship Management: Act as a point of contact, managing ongoing communications and ensuring technical needs are met Threat Detection & Analysis: Triage and analyse alerts across multiple SIEM platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, custom ELK stacks). Log & Threat Intelligence Analysis: Perform detailed log analysis and threat intelligence research to uncover root causes and bolster security defences. Technical Reporting: Deliver clear, client-focused reports on incidents, alerts, and threat activity. Escalation Handling: Manage critical escalations with precision and provide comprehensive, well-documented resolutions. SOC Innovation: Work with leadership to enhance operational efficiency and integrate emerging technologies. Incident Management: Lead security incident investigations and responses, offering More ❯
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Senior IT Security Engineer

United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Babylon Labs Ltd
from any location. Security Tooling & Integration: Evaluate, select, and onboard security solutions (e.g., endpoint protection, SIEM, vulnerability scanners). Integrate security tools with existing systems and workflows, ensuring effective threat detection and response. Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools to streamline IT operations and enhance security. Automate security tasks, such as patch management, vulnerability scanning … the specific risks and challenges of a distributed workforce. Requirements: Proven experience as an IT Administrator, ideally in a startup environment with a globally distributed workforce. Strong understanding of threat models in blockchain environment. Proactive application of security principles, including Zero Trust architecture, and their application in a remote work context. Experience with MDM solutions, Google Workspace, SSO, and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Cyber Security Engineer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
ZenTech Talent
a cyber security role (ideally within an MSP or multi-client setting) Security certifications like Security+, CySA+, or equivalent (working toward CISSP or equivalent a bonus) Strong understanding of threat detection, risk analysis, and incident response Excellent communication and documentation skills Why Join? Broad exposure across industries and technologies Supportive, close-knit team environment Clear progression paths into More ❯
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Cyber Security Engineer

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
ZenTech Talent
a cyber security role (ideally within an MSP or multi-client setting) Security certifications like Security+, CySA+, or equivalent (working toward CISSP or equivalent a bonus) Strong understanding of threat detection, risk analysis, and incident response Excellent communication and documentation skills Why Join? Broad exposure across industries and technologies Supportive, close-knit team environment Clear progression paths into More ❯
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Cyber Security Engineer

South East London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
ZenTech Talent
a cyber security role (ideally within an MSP or multi-client setting) Security certifications like Security+, CySA+, or equivalent (working toward CISSP or equivalent a bonus) Strong understanding of threat detection, risk analysis, and incident response Excellent communication and documentation skills Why Join? Broad exposure across industries and technologies Supportive, close-knit team environment Clear progression paths into More ❯
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ICT Cyber Security Engineer

Barry, South Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom
Vibe Recruit Limited
Type: Permanent/Full-time (Monday - Friday) Key Responsibilities: Cyber Security Oversight: Lead the implementation, maintenance, and enforcement of IT security policies and systems. Drive a proactive approach to threat detection and incident response to ensure robust protection of infrastructure. Advanced Technical Support: Act as a senior technical resource within the ICT team, providing 3rd and 4th line More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £50,000
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ICT Cyber Security Engineer

South Glamorgan, United Kingdom
Vibe Recruit
Type: Permanent/Full-time (Monday - Friday) Key Responsibilities: Cyber Security Oversight: Lead the implementation, maintenance, and enforcement of IT security policies and systems. Drive a proactive approach to threat detection and incident response to ensure robust protection of infrastructure. Advanced Technical Support: Act as a senior technical resource within the ICT team, providing 3rd and 4th line More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP 45,000 - 50,000 Annual
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ICT Cyber Security Engineer

Cardiff, Eglwys-Brewis, South Glamorgan, United Kingdom
Vibe Recruit
Type: Permanent/Full-time (Monday - Friday) Key Responsibilities: Cyber Security Oversight: Lead the implementation, maintenance, and enforcement of IT security policies and systems. Drive a proactive approach to threat detection and incident response to ensure robust protection of infrastructure. Advanced Technical Support: Act as a senior technical resource within the ICT team, providing 3rd and 4th line More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £45000 - £50000/annum
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Threat Detection
10th Percentile
£42,500
25th Percentile
£48,165
Median
£67,500
75th Percentile
£80,000
90th Percentile
£92,500