Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Summary:

Join a school as a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to protect critical systems and data.

About the School:

A school is dedicated to empowering students globally, fostering academic excellence and personal growth. It values innovation, collaboration, and a strong commitment to safeguarding the well-being of students and staff.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior Cyber Security Analyst, you will play a key role in strengthening the school’s operational security across detection engineering, incident response, and vulnerability management. This position is essential in ensuring the protection of sensitive data and maintaining trust across a global network of schools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure and optimise Microsoft Sentinel and integrate security tools across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Develop and tune detection logic using Microsoft Defender and Google technologies.
• Build and maintain SOAR workflows (Logic Apps) for efficient incident triage and response.
• Support secure configuration of Azure and cloud services, ensuring compliance with security standards.
• Lead end-to-end incident response, coordinating with cross-functional teams and providing stakeholder updates.
• Manage and improve vulnerability management processes, prioritising risks based on threat intelligence.
• Maintain clear documentation for security workflows, detections, and policies.
• Promote secure-by-design practices with IT teams and ensure consistent control implementation.
• Produce actionable reports on incidents, threats, and remediation efforts for leadership and stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in security tools, processes, and documentation.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in a senior IT security role, managing complex security solutions across cloud and on-prem environments.
• Experience in configuring and optimising Microsoft Sentinel and the Defender suite.
• Demonstrated ability to lead incident response efforts across global teams and multiple regions.
• Experience managing vulnerability management programmes and translating findings into security improvements.
• Strong knowledge of threat intelligence sources and their integration into detection frameworks.

Preferred

• Experience with Google Cloud and AWS environments.
• Familiarity with SOAR platforms and automation tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in developing and maintaining security policies and procedures.
• Background in promoting security awareness and shared responsibility across teams.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
• Pension plan and life assurance
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to professional development and leadership programmes