- Company Name
- RPS
- Job Title
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Job Description
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Job Title: Cyber Security Analyst
Role Summary:
Secure and monitor enterprise information systems by developing, implementing, and maintaining security controls, monitoring tools, and incident response procedures. Act as a liaison between technical teams and business units to ensure adherence to cyber security frameworks and regulatory requirements.
Expectations:
• Operate in a fully remote capacity with periodic UK travel.
• Coordinate closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to embed security best practices across the organisation.
• Deliver measurable improvements in risk posture through continuous monitoring and proactive threat mitigation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design, implement, and enforce cyber security policies, procedures, and guidelines aligned with NIST, CAF, ISO, and other relevant frameworks.
• Deploy and manage security monitoring solutions (SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint protection) to detect, analyse, and respond to security events.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, threat intelligence analysis, and penetration testing to identify and remediate risks.
• Monitor logs, alerts, and reports; investigate incidents, prepare incident reports, and recommend containment actions.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with established security controls and documentation.
• Maintain relationships with third‑party vendors and coordinate security requirements for external services.
Required Skills:
• Proven experience in a cyber security analyst or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, CAF, ISO) and regulatory compliance.
• Hands‑on expertise with vulnerability management, threat intelligence, and security monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with firewalls, vulnerability scanners, and penetration testing tools and methodologies.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaborative teamwork.
• Proficiency in incident response, risk assessment, and reporting.
Required Education & Certifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Industry certifications such as Security+, CEH, OSCP, or equivalent preferred.
Abingdon-on-thames, United kingdom
On site
29-01-2026