Cyber Security Analyst

Company: Placemently
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Location: London
Job Description:

Ready to take the next step in your cyber security career?Our client is looking for a motivated

Cyber Security Analyst

to help protect their organisation against evolving cyber threats. This is an opportunity to put your technical knowledge into practice, investigate suspicious activity and contribute to security improvements that make a real difference.If you enjoy solving problems, understanding how attacks happen and helping organisations stay secure, we’d like to hear from you.The role

Working alongside IT and security colleagues, you’ll help identify threats, respond to incidents and strengthen security across the organisation’s systems and networks.Your responsibilities will include:Monitoring security alerts and investigating suspicious activity using SIEM and endpoint protection tools.Supporting incident response, from initial investigation through to containment and recovery.Investigating phishing attempts, unusual account activity and potential security breaches.Reviewing vulnerability scan results and working with technical teams to prioritise fixes.Keeping accurate incident records and producing clear reports on findings and recommended actions.Supporting access reviews, security procedures and staff awareness initiatives.Staying informed about emerging threats and identifying opportunities to improve security.About you

You’ll bring a curious mind, a methodical approach and the confidence to investigate issues thoroughly. You should have:Practical experience in cyber security or an IT role with security responsibilities.A good understanding of networking, operating systems and common attack techniques.Familiarity with security monitoring, endpoint protection or vulnerability management tools.Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.The ability to explain technical findings clearly to different audiences.A proactive approach to learning and working collaboratively.Desirable:

CompTIA Security+, CySA+ or equivalent knowledge; familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk or Microsoft Defender; and exposure to Azure, AWS, PowerShell or Python.Why apply?

This role offers the chance to build hands-on experience across threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management. You’ll contribute to meaningful security work while developing skills that support your longer-term career in cyber security.Interested? Apply with your CV to be considered.

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Posted: October 24th, 2026