Cyber Security Analyst

Bristow Holland is working with a growing company in Colchester that is looking to appoint a Cyber Security Analyst to strengthen its cyber security capability across the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, technology-driven business within a sector experiencing strong growth. You will be responsible for proactively monitoring and supporting the organisation’s cyber security posture. Using a range of security tools and monitoring systems, you’ll help investigate potential threats, identify vulnerabilities, and assist in implementing measures to protect systems and data. Key Responsibilities: * Monitor network traffic, systems, and applications for suspicious activity * Assist with proactive threat hunting to identify vulnerabilities and risks * Support investigation and response to security incidents * Work closely with IT teams to help remediate vulnerabilities and implement security controls * Document incidents and assist with post-incident analysis reports * Support the management and optimisation of security tools including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection * Stay up to date with emerging security threats and technologies * Contribute to cyber security projects and solution implementations * Provide guidance to staff on cyber hygiene and data protection best practices Key Skills: * Degree in Cyber Security, IT, or a related discipline * Knowledge of or understanding of SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection tools * Basic understanding of networking principles and the OSI model * Familiarity with scripting tools and Linux environments * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * High attention to detail and eagerness to learn Desirable Skills: * Cyber security or networking certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP, CCNA, etc.)