Cyber Security Analyst

XDR Security Analyst

Manchester, Cheltenham or London (Remote)

4 on 4 off shift pattern

Today, it is an unavoidable fact that your business critical infrastructure and systems are at risk of attack. The key to good security is a clear understanding of what is most critical to the business. Where you do not have enough internal resources, time or skills to monitor and manage your IT environment 24/7, NCC Group can help, freeing up your skilled employees to focus on value-add activity

.NCC Group provide a range of managed and hosted services delivered from our UK based Security Operations Centre SOC which operates 24/7, 365 days a year. Our team of over 30 accredited security experts are available 24/7, dealing daily with over 200 million log events and providing support for over 5,000 network devices

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NCC Group’s Cloud XDR Team provide a world class Extended Detection and Response (XDR) services; detecting, responding and mitigating cyber-attacks on our customers networks in our Security Operations Centres using the Microsoft Sentinel ecosyste

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The Cloud XDR Team are looking for XDR Security Analysts with a passion for security to join the team to help the customers get the most out of our services and to protect their networ

ks.
This is an opportunity to join a technically advanced and talented team and help NCC Group build and deliver world class services to our custom

ers.
This role is ideal for a seasoned SOC Analyst with experience in cyber security looking to broaden their scope of cyber skills with a strong focus on detection and response to cyber inci

dents
Su

• mmary
  Monitor global systems looking for potential threats, vulnerabilities and indicators of comp
• romise.Perform in-depth analysis of security alerts utilizing Microsoft XDR suite (Sentinel/Defend
• er etc)Provide Incident remediation and prevention documentation and recommendations to customers based on defined procedures and analyst expe
• rience.Document and conform to processes related to security monitoring proc
• edures.Provide customer service that exceeds our customers’ expectations at all
• times.Initiate escalation procedure to counteract potential threats, vulnerabilities and threat
• actors.Compilation and review of service focused rep
• orting.Act as an escalation point for more junior members of the team, providing assistance and mentoring where nec
• essary.Providing assistance to Senior Cyber Security Analysts on Threat Hunting engag
• ements.Contributing to the continuous improvement of SOC procedures and documen
• tation.Perform other duties as as

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What we are looking for

• in you
  Practical knowledge of security and networking toolsets such including Microsoft's XDR suite (Sentinel/
• Defender)Pre-existing, in-depth knowledge of common network protocols and endpoint detection/
• forensicsPre-existing, in-depth knowledge of Windows and Linux based operating
• systems.Experience in the extensive analysis of common security i
• ncidents.Experience in
• endpointAbility to stay calm in highly sensitive and high pressure i

ncidents.
Cert

ifications
The following certifications are desirable, but not a requirement. Successful candidates that do not possess these certifications may be tasked with working towards them at the beginning of their

• employment:
  Azure based certifications (SC-200,AZ
• -500,MS-500)CREST CPSA / CRIA / CMRE /
• CNIA / CHIACompT
• IA Security+Comp
• TIA Network+Other relevant cer

tifications.
Way

s of working
Focusing on Clients

and Customers.Worki

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Our company
At NCC Group, our mission is to create a more secure digital future. That mission underpins everything we do, from our work with our incredible clients to groundbreaking research shaping our industry. Our teams' partner with clients across a multitude of industries, delving into, securing new products, and emerging technologies, as well as solving complex security problems. As global leaders in cyber and escrow, NCC Group is a people-powered business seeking the next group of brilliant minds to

join our ranks.
Our colleagues are our greatest asset, and NCC Group is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, authenticity, and accountability. We want colleagues to put down roots at NCC Group, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package, as well as opportunities for learning and development and career growth. We believe our people are at their brilliant best when they feel bolstered in all aspects of their well-being, and we offer wellness programs and flexible working arrangements to provide th

at vital supp

ort.
Come join us?
What do w

e offer in return?
We have a high-performance culture which is balanced evenly with world-class well-being initi

atives and benefi

ts:
Flexible working Finan

cial &a

mp; Investment

PensionLife Assur

anceShare Save SchemeMaternity

& Paternity leaveCommunity & Vo

lunteering Program

mes Green Car

Scheme Cycle Scheme Empl

oyee Referral Program Lif

estyle & Wellness Learn

ing & Development Dive

rsity & Inclu

sion
So, what’s next?
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, then we would love to hear from you! Click on apply to this job to send us your CV and cover letter and the relevant member of our global talent team will be in touch with you. Alternatively send your details to g

[email protected]

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About your application
We review every application received and will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. If you don’t hear back from us within 10 days, please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies and we would encourage you to keep an eye on our career opportunities as there may

be other suitable roles.
If you do not want us to retain your details, please email [email protected]. All personal data is held in accordance with the NCC Group Privacy Policy (candidate-privacy-notice-261023.pdf (nccgroupplc.com)). We are committed to diversity and flexibility in the workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, pl

ease tell us at any stage.
Please note that this role involves mandatory pre-employment background checks due to the nature of the work NCC Group does. To apply, you must be willing and able to undergo the vetting process. This role being advertised will be subject to BS7858 screening