Protective Monitoring Consultant

Company: Computer Network Defence Ltd (CND)
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Location: Saint Ives
Job Description:

Job Description

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

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Please note: St Ives, Cambridgeshire (NOT Cornwall)

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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.

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What You'll Be Doing

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• Monitoring and analysing security events using LogRhythm

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• Investigating, triaging, and responding to security incidents

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• Conducting deep-dive analysis and root cause investigations

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• Producing detailed incident and threat reports

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• Tuning and optimising LogRhythm detection rules and use cases

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• Providing 2nd Line LogRhythm administration support

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• Supporting SOC operations and continuous security improvements

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• Mentoring junior analysts and enhancing monitoring processes

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What We're Looking For

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• Active DV Clearance

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• Strong hands-on experience with LogRhythm Client & Web Console

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• Proven background in SOC Operations and Incident Response

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• Strong analytical and investigative skills

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• Experience working within highly secure or defence environments

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• Ability to operate independently within mission-critical settings

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Desirable Experience

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• CISSP, GSEC, GCIA, or GCIH certifications

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• MOD or Government experience

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• LogRhythm XM deployment experience

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Why Apply?

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• Outside IR35 contract

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• High-profile government programme

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• Opportunity to directly support national security outcomes

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• Work within a highly secure, technically challenging environment

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• Immediate impact from day one

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

Posted: August 24th, 2026