Protective Monitoring Consultant

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

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

Please note: St Ives, Cambridgeshire (NOT Cornwall)

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.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Monitoring and analysing security events using LogRhythm

• Investigating, triaging, and responding to security incidents

• Conducting deep-dive analysis and root cause investigations

• Producing detailed incident and threat reports

• Tuning and optimising LogRhythm detection rules and use cases

• Providing 2nd Line LogRhythm administration support

• Supporting SOC operations and continuous security improvements

• Mentoring junior analysts and enhancing monitoring processes

What We’re Looking For

• Active DV Clearance

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

• Proven background in SOC Operations and Incident Response

• Strong analytical and investigative skills

• Experience working within highly secure or defence environments

• Ability to operate independently within mission-critical settings

Desirable Experience

• CISSP, GSEC, GCIA, or GCIH certifications

• MOD or Government experience

• LogRhythm XM deployment experience

Why Apply?

• Outside IR35 contract

• High-profile government programme

• Opportunity to directly support national security outcomes

• Work within a highly secure, technically challenging environment

• Immediate impact from day one

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

Posted: September 19th, 2026