Cyber Security Analyst

About Us

We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses.

Our IT team are vital to our business in many ways. Not only do they assist their colleagues across the business by supporting and enabling everything from desktop computers and networking to managing infrastructure, they also take care of cyber security and develop applications. Right now, we’re looking for two Cyber Security Analysts to join us.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Our desire is to bring in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build further on our inclusive culture. We value and celebrate individual difference and we believe that an inclusive culture will help the business grow as a positive, strong and innovative company.

Job Introduction

An opportunity has arisen for two Cyber Security Analysts based at either Exeter or Plymouth. In this role you will assist in the support of new cyber security systems and processes within NGED.  You will also be required to carry out tasks in relation to behavioural analysis, phishing campaigns, social engineering, vulnerability scanning and other security related tasks.

As part of our hybrid working approach and in line with our policy, this role allows you to apply for a mix of office and home working. Hybrid working can only be considered once your initial training is complete and subject to business need.

*Please note the successful candidate may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.

As the post you are applying for attracts a National Security Vetting clearance there are further eligibility requirements. To meet national security vetting requirements you will normally need to have been resident in the UK for at least 5 years for Security Clearance (SC) prior to the date of application. You may still be considered if, for example:

• you have been serving overseas with HM Forces or in some other official capacity as a representative of HM Government
• you were studying abroad
• you were living overseas with parents

As an equal opportunities employer who is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we celebrate individual difference and are actively bringing in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture. We anonymise all jobs in our recruitment system, so we can eliminate unconscious bias and be a workplace that reflects the community we serve.  Hiring managers only have access to necessary information after shortlisting has taken place and before interview so they can prepare.

Main Responsibilities

• The daily monitoring of SIEM reports and dashboards.
• Carrying out vulnerability assessments.
• Behavioural analysis to mitigate the risk of the insider threat.
• Investigating and resolving SOC related queries in relation to IT systems.
• Monitor endpoints through utilisation of the EDR security systems.
• Investigate and assist in the resolution of endpoint issues.
• Providing 1st line Support to NGED staff in relation to cyber security related issues

The Ideal Candidate

You should be educated to ‘A’ level or equivalent in an IT related subject and have a thorough understanding and detailed grasp of the concepts, principles and practices associated with Cyber Security. Knowledge and understanding of the NIS directive and experience in the use of endpoint detection and response systems, and other SOC tools would be advantageous.

Evidence of your qualifications will be required prior to appointment.

Interviews will be held w/c 03 April 2023

About The Company

If this is your opportunity to join us, you’ll find we offer a supportive, rewarding and friendly working environment where you’ll be empowered to build a career. Along the way, you’ll be invested in, be enabled by the latest technology and find that we’re always interested in evolving our systems and processes so that we get even better, every day.

Our extensive benefits package includes:

• A competitive salary between £36,148 - £40,203
• 26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
• Competitive contributory pension scheme (maximum company contribution up to 10%)
• Annual Share Save plan
• Contributory private healthcare scheme
• Flexible working hours – subject to 37 hours per week and some set core hours
• Progression & career opportunities
• Close mentorship and regular feedback
• Training and development opportunities
• Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
• Home working kit including laptop, monitor & headset provided
• Free On-Site Parking

Additional Application Information

Recruitment correspondence is usually sent by email, so please do check your email account including spam/junk folders regularly after the closing date.

To enhance your candidate experience, we recommend using Google Chrome to complete your online application. Should you have any questions regarding this or require additional support to complete your online application, please email nged.recruitment@nationalgrid.co.uk

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient numbers of suitable applications be received. We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible.