Cyber Security Analyst

Coba IT Consultants; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to implement security measures across various environments. The role requires knowledge of network security architecture and experience with security tools. Candidates should excel under pressure and be committed to cybersecurity practices. This position offers a competitive salary along with a range of benefits including childcare schemes and access to state-of-the-art facilities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus scheme

Childcare benefits

Access to gym and fitness classes

Bistro café access

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of secure configuration practices.
• Hands-on experience with security tools in high-demand environments desired.
• Self-motivated and committed to responsible cybersecurity practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security architecture across environments.
• Deploy and manage security tools.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and security assessments.
• Assist in incident detection and response.
• Ensure compliance with data protection laws.
• Collaborate to deliver secure IT systems.

Skills

Network security architecture

SIEM tools

Incident detection and response

Excellent communication

Adaptability

Tools

IDS/IPS

EDR

IAM tools

Job description

Are you a Cyber Security Analyst who thrives in high-performance environments? Do you want to safeguard cutting-edge technology and play a key role in protecting mission-critical systems?
Coba IT is hiring on behalf of a prestigious client for an exciting opportunity based in the south northants area. Be part of a world-class organisation operating at the cutting edge of technology and performance.

About the Role

As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will implement security-oriented infrastructure and preventative measures across the organisation. From firewalls to cloud security, this role combines hands-on engineering with proactive monitoring, incident response, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement security architecture across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Deploy and manage security tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, SIEM, IAM).
• Conduct vulnerability scans, penetration tests, and security assessments.
• Assist in incident detection and response, investigating and resolving security events.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, SOC 2.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver secure IT and engineering systems.

Skills & Expertise

• Strong knowledge of network security architecture and secure configuration practices.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, IAM tools.
• Familiarity with high-demand environments (motorsport, aerospace, defence, financial trading) desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to perform under pressure.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and committed to responsible cybersecurity practices.
• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme.
• Childcare benefits, cycle-to-work, tech and car schemes.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities including on-site gym, fitness classes, and bistro café.

Ready to take your cybersecurity career to the next level? Apply today through Coba IT and join a team where excellence is the standard.