98 Cybersecurity jobs in Cambridgeshire
Lead Cybersecurity Analyst
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Key responsibilities include:
- Developing, implementing, and managing cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Leading the analysis of security alerts, logs, and events to detect and investigate potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Managing incident response activities, including containment, eradication, and recovery from security breaches.
- Conducting regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
- Designing and maintaining security architecture, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint security solutions.
- Overseeing the implementation and management of security awareness training programs for all employees.
- Staying current with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies, and adapting security strategies accordingly.
- Collaborating with IT and other departments to ensure security is integrated into all systems and processes.
- Mentoring and guiding junior cybersecurity analysts, fostering a high-performance team environment.
- Reporting on security posture, incident summaries, and recommendations to senior management.
The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, along with relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, SANS). A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior analyst role, is required. Proven expertise in threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and security architecture is essential. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, are critical for this remote role. You should be adept at working independently, managing complex projects, and leading technical teams effectively. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on organizational security from your remote location.
Cybersecurity Threat Hunter
Posted 4 days ago
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Our client is committed to staying ahead of evolving cyber risks. As a Cybersecurity Threat Hunter, you will be responsible for proactively searching for hidden threats within the organization's network and systems that may have evaded traditional security defenses. You will utilize advanced tools, techniques, and threat intelligence to identify malicious activities, analyze their nature, and develop countermeasures. This role demands a deep understanding of attacker methodologies, network protocols, and endpoint security.
Key Responsibilities:
- Proactively hunt for advanced threats within the organization's environment using threat intelligence and data analysis.
- Develop and refine hypotheses about potential threats and validate them through data exploration.
- Analyze large datasets from various sources (logs, network traffic, endpoint data) to uncover indicators of compromise (IOCs).
- Investigate suspicious activities and determine the scope and impact of potential security incidents.
- Develop custom detection rules, scripts, and tools to enhance threat hunting capabilities.
- Collaborate with the Security Operations Center (SOC) team to improve incident response processes.
- Stay current with the latest threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
- Document findings, methodologies, and recommendations for remediation.
- Provide expertise on threat hunting to other security teams.
- Contribute to the overall improvement of the organization's security posture.
- Proven experience in cybersecurity, with a specific focus on threat hunting, incident response, or security analysis.
- In-depth knowledge of attacker TTPs, cyber kill chains, and common attack vectors.
- Proficiency in analyzing network traffic (e.g., PCAP files) and endpoint logs.
- Experience with security tools such as SIEM, EDR, and threat intelligence platforms.
- Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and analysis.
- Understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux) and network protocols.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Relevant certifications like GCTI, OSCP, or CISSP are a plus.
Lead Cybersecurity Architect
Posted 4 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain the overall cybersecurity architecture roadmap, aligning with business objectives and risk appetite.
- Design secure network infrastructures, cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), and application architectures.
- Evaluate and select appropriate security technologies and solutions to meet organisational needs.
- Establish security policies, standards, and best practices across the enterprise.
- Conduct security risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability analyses.
- Lead incident response planning and execution, collaborating with relevant teams.
- Provide expert guidance on security best practices for software development (DevSecOps).
- Stay abreast of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity trends.
- Mentor and guide a team of cybersecurity professionals, fostering a culture of security excellence.
- Communicate complex security concepts effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Oversee the implementation and management of security controls and technologies.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in an architecture or leadership role.
- In-depth knowledge of network security, endpoint security, cloud security, cryptography, and application security.
- Proven experience designing and implementing security solutions for large, complex environments.
- Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Benchmarks.
- Strong understanding of common attack vectors and mitigation strategies.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or SANS GIAC are highly desirable.
Senior Cybersecurity Analyst
Posted 5 days ago
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As a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst, you will be at the forefront of protecting our client's digital assets and sensitive information. You will be responsible for identifying and mitigating security threats, conducting vulnerability assessments, and developing robust security protocols. Your expertise will be critical in maintaining the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our client's systems and data.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor security alerts and events, conducting in-depth investigations into potential breaches and security incidents.
- Perform regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses in systems and applications.
- Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Respond to security incidents, leading the containment, eradication, and recovery efforts.
- Design and implement security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint security tools.
- Conduct security awareness training for employees.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
- Collaborate with IT and development teams to ensure security is integrated into the software development lifecycle.
- Analyze security logs and audit trails to detect suspicious activities.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of the incident response plan.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior security staff.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
- In-depth knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and technologies.
- Experience with SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, EDR solutions, and other security platforms.
- Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
- Strong understanding of various operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS).
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CISM, or SANS certifications are highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and reporting skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience in a hybrid work environment is beneficial.
Senior Cybersecurity Analyst
Posted 5 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor security alerts and logs from various security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR) to detect and respond to potential security incidents.
- Conduct in-depth forensic investigations into security breaches and analyze root causes.
- Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
- Manage and configure security technologies, including firewalls, antivirus software, and access control systems.
- Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and mitigation techniques.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of the organization's incident response plan.
- Provide security awareness training to employees.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security is integrated into all aspects of system design and development.
- Maintain documentation related to security infrastructure, incidents, and procedures.
- Participate in security audits and compliance efforts.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a cybersecurity role, with a strong focus on security analysis, incident response, and threat intelligence.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), IDS/IPS, EDR solutions, and network security monitoring tools.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation of security tasks.
- Solid understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and common attack vectors.
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a significant advantage.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically under pressure.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate technical information clearly in a remote setting.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a virtual team.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the UK.
This is a critical role for an experienced professional looking to make a significant impact on an organization's security posture while enjoying the benefits of remote work.
Senior Cybersecurity Analyst
Posted 10 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Monitor security alerts and events from various security tools, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and firewalls, to identify potential threats.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of security incidents, performing forensic investigations to determine the scope, impact, and root cause of breaches.
- Develop and implement effective incident response plans and playbooks to contain and eradicate threats.
- Proactively hunt for advanced persistent threats (APTs) and malicious activities within the network environment.
- Assess and manage vulnerabilities across the IT infrastructure, recommending and overseeing remediation efforts.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Perform security risk assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate weaknesses.
- Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, attack vectors, and mitigation techniques.
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls and solutions.
- Provide security awareness training and guidance to internal staff.
- Mentor junior security analysts and contribute to the team's knowledge base.
- Document incident findings, remediation actions, and lessons learned.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or threat intelligence.
- Strong understanding of networking protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and common attack vectors.
- Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), EDR solutions, and other security technologies.
- Experience with forensic investigation techniques and tools.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and MITRE ATT&CK.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GIAC (GSEC, GCIA, GCIH), or OSCP are highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues clearly.
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively in a fully remote environment.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation is a plus.
Lead Cybersecurity Analyst
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Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
Posted 22 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Designing, implementing, and managing advanced security solutions including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, WAF, endpoint protection, and data loss prevention (DLP) systems.
- Conducting regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scans to identify and remediate weaknesses.
- Developing and maintaining incident response plans, and leading the response to security breaches and cyberattacks.
- Automating security tasks and processes using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) tools.
- Monitoring security alerts, logs, and network traffic for potential threats and anomalies, performing in-depth analysis.
- Collaborating with IT operations and development teams to ensure security is integrated into the system development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Researching emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity technologies, providing recommendations for improvement.
- Developing and enforcing security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Contributing to security awareness training and best practices for the organization.
- Mentoring junior cybersecurity staff and sharing knowledge across the team.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering or a related security role.
- In-depth knowledge of network security, application security, cloud security, and data protection principles.
- Hands-on experience with a wide range of security tools and technologies (SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management, cloud security platforms).
- Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language for automation (e.g., Python, Go, PowerShell).
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and threat intelligence.
- Experience in incident response, forensics, and malware analysis.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and diagnostic skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical issues clearly.
- Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, GCIH, or CCIE Security are highly desirable.
Senior Cybersecurity Analyst
Posted 22 days ago
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- Monitoring and analyzing security alerts from various sources.
- Investigating and responding to security incidents and breaches.
- Developing and implementing security policies and procedures.
- Conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
- Managing and maintaining security infrastructure, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM systems.
- Staying abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends.
- Providing security awareness training to staff.
- Collaborating with IT and development teams to ensure secure system design and implementation.
- Contributing to the development of the overall cybersecurity strategy.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or a related IT security role.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GIAC, or CompTIA Security+.
- Expertise in network security, endpoint security, and cloud security.
- Strong understanding of various operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS).
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Principal Cybersecurity Architect
Posted 22 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and evolve the overall cybersecurity architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and threat landscape.
- Design, implement, and manage secure network infrastructure, cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), and endpoint security solutions.
- Lead the evaluation and selection of security technologies and tools.
- Conduct in-depth risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and penetration testing oversight.
- Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Architect solutions for incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
- Collaborate with development teams to embed security into the SDLC (DevSecOps).
- Provide expert guidance on data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR) and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
- Mentor and guide junior security professionals and security analysts.
- Stay current with emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
- Represent the cybersecurity team in cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- CISSP, CISM, or equivalent advanced security certifications are essential.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a cybersecurity architecture or engineering role.
- Extensive experience designing and implementing security solutions in complex, large-scale enterprise environments, including cloud platforms.
- Deep understanding of networking protocols, security frameworks, and threat modeling.
- Proven ability to architect resilient and scalable security systems.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives and influence decision-making.
- Experience with security automation and orchestration tools.