Defence Digital Cyber Security Analyst - Jobs
About this role
See our Cookies Policy for more info. Accept Defence Digital Cyber Security Analyst Defence Digital ensures our Armed Forces remain among the most technologically advanced in the world. We do this by putting innovative and effective technology into the hands of over 200,000 users, from the boardroom to the front line. We lead on cutting-edge data science, automation, and cyber security at scale. Our mission goes beyond the battlefield by leading humanitarian efforts and driving digital innovation that impacts lives across the globe. Defence Digital forms part of Strategic Command which manages the MOD’s joint capabilities for the Army, RAF, and Royal Navy. Watch to find out more about what we do. Passionate about using your skills to make a critical difference? Your next career move could be here. Job description Within the Global Operations and Security Control Centre (GOSCC), the Security Operations Centres (SOCs) provide a coherent, holistic and coordinated approach to Cyber Defence, underpinning the MOD's Defensive Cyber Operation and freedom of action in cyberspace. The Defensive monitoring and incident response elements are responsible for the 24/7/365 detection of, and response to, cyber incidents impacting the MOD’s digital enterprise. As a Cyber Security Analyst in the SOC team, you’ll be collaborating with cross-functional teams to detect, analyse and respond to potential security incidents, ensuring the protection of our data and information systems. You’ll identify emerging threats, support implementation of effective security measures and maintain the highest standard of cybersecurity within our organisation. You’ll ensure that the confidentiality, availability and integrity of MODs information and systems are protected from cyber-attacks. As an analyst, you’ll use tooling, processes and information, from a multitude of sources, to identify, analyse, triage and report cyber events that occur, or might occur, within the network, enabling you to support protecting the information, systems and networks from threats. Responsibilities Monitor, triage and investigate security alerts on protective monitoring platforms, to identify security incidents and perform analysis of security event data. Perform security log analysis, event correlation and threat intelligence, using information gathered from a variety of sources; using specified SIEM tooling to proactively identify security risks and incidents. Conduct research, analysis and correlation across a variety of source data sets (indications and warnings) and validate intrusion detection system (IDS) alerts against network traffic, using packet analysis tools. Support major incident response efforts and lead on incident responses, including containment, investigation, analysis and reporting. Support implementation of the monitoring roadmap, to deliver and enhance monitoring. Support the design and development of automated monitoring processes, using a variety of the latest SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) and network analysis tools, techniques and procedures to detect malicious activity and ensure continuous improvement of detections and processes. Deliver operationally focused direction, guidance and advice to team members, providing coaching and mentoring as required. Person specification Please ensure that your CV and application demonstrate the essential criteria below: We would expect to see working knowledge of cyber security principles, associated methodologies and frameworks (such as Mitre ATT&CK), in the context of current cyber threats. You’ll need to show experience of working in a technical security role and a good understanding of networking fundamentals and security concepts, alongside familiarity with security technologies such as firewalls, endpoint protection, SIEM tooling, Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance features and/or other Cyber Security tooling. You’ll need: An analytical mindset and ability to approach complex problems in a methodical manner. Excellent communication skills. Ability to prioritise and manage own work without supervision. The ability to relay technical information to a non-technical audience and provide concise and accurate reports for senior management. An interest in cyber security and the commitment to learn and/or provide network and continuous security monitoring, incident response and utilise security incident and event management (SIEM) tools. If not held already, you’ll have the opportunity to gain the following, or equivalent, when in post: Certified Security Operations Centre Analyst GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA) GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON) If you aren’t already a member of a professional body, we can help you with the following: British Computer Society (BCS) Institute of Information Security Professionals Council for Registered Ethical Security Testers Additional information You’ll be key member of a c.5-person team, which operates a shift-based working pattern, providing 24/7/365 operations. Shifts cover both days and nights and are rostered in blocks of 4 and 5, with equivalent off-shift blocks. All shifts will have mandatory start and finish times, more details can be provided at the interview stage. These roles are eligible for a regular shift allowance and weekend premiums. Please note that there may be a requirement to change teams or shifts (with notice), to fulfil operational requirements. Allowances: A Market Skills Allowance (MSA) of up to £9k per annum may be payable with this post, paid in increments upon reaching the required level of competence. Normal place of work is MOD Corsham in Wiltshire and dependent on the business need, there may be a requirement to travel within the UK (or potentially occasional overseas visits) for meetings, training or operational reasons. If not already held, successful candidates will be required to undergo DV clearance. Please note that this position is open to sole UK Nationals only. Candidates who are not sole UK nationals or hold dual nationality, on a student visa or have right to reside, are not eligible for these posts. Please contact us prior to applying if you are unsure of your status. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Making Effective Decisions Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Cyber Security operations Intrusion detection and analysis Threat understanding Benefits Alongside your salary of £29,580, Ministry of Defence contributes £8,569 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Our benefits include: Learning and development tailored to your role with a dedicated minimum of 5 days per year 25 days paid annual leave rising (by 1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of five years’ service Ability to roll up to 10 days annual leave per year In addition to eight public holidays per year, you will also receive leave for HM The King’s birthday A Civil Service pension Parental and Adoption Leave Discounts on a range of services within and external to the civil service – Defence Discount Service, Civil Service societies for Sports and Leisure, Healthcare, Insurance, Motoring, Company discounts with Virgin, Vodafone, and Microsoft Office. In year rewards and ‘thank you’ schemes such as vouchers and gift cards A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity Find out more here - Discovermybenefits Equality and Diversity Our people are at the heart of everything we do at Defence Digital.
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