Junior security analyst

Junior Security Analyst Location: Shrivenham, Swindon Salary: £28,000 - £35,000   Overview of the Role: Mainstay Recruitment is currently seeking a Junior Security Analyst for a global service provider highly engaged in public sector projects. As a Junior Security Analyst, you'll play a critical role in various business functions, ensuring adherence to stringent security protocols across projects, new product developments, and stakeholder interactions.   Responsibilities: Reporting directly to the Deputy Head of Cyber Security, the Junior Security Analyst will collaborate with local security and operational teams to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements. Key responsibilities include: Reviewing the effectiveness of security control applications for the organisation and its clientele. Analysing security incidents, ensuring proper closure, and implementing preventive measures. Assisting in local InfoSec reviews and integrating feedback from external audits. Promoting security and compliance awareness throughout the organisation. Participating in Operational Security Services such as SOC, SIEM, Penetration Testing, and Vulnerability scanning. Assessing and addressing security-related change requests for Data Centre customer tenancies.   The Ideal Junior Security Analyst: Will play a pivotal role in aligning technological and organisational security practices with renowned standards like ISO27001, NIST 800-53, MOD, and other government protocols. Be familiar with security standards, including scanning and protective monitoring, access control systems, CCTV systems, security architectures, and prevailing information security threats.  Essential Skills: To thrive in this role, you should possess: DV Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one. Proactive self-starter attitude, eager to learn and drive security initiatives. Strong understanding of IT security principles. Basic knowledge of Windows, MS 365, Linux, Virtualization, Networking, storage, and familiarity with E365 Security toolsets. Preferably, a Cyber-related degree from university. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Experience collaborating within multi-disciplinary teams. Willingness to undergo the security clearance process to achieve the required level. Desirable experience with security-related technologies, processes, methods, or architectures.Benefits: 32 working days holiday, additional holidays after 2- and 5-years’ Service Subsidised Health Care Scheme Government Pension Scheme, matching contributions up to 10% Perkbox employee incentive Scheme Annual Professional and Training Development plan Hybrid / Flexible working Recommend a friend scheme paying up to £1500. Onsite parking Cycle to work Scheme.If you are ready to embark on an exciting career journey, we invite you to apply now for the Junior Security Analyst role