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Information Security Analyst

MastarRec
Full-time
On-site
Bristol / London, City of Bristol, United Kingdom
Cybersecurity & Compliance

We are seeking proactive and detail -oriented Information Security Analyst<\/b> to help safeguard our clients’ digital assets and IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring security events<\/b>, responding to incidents<\/b>, and supporting continuous security risk management<\/b>, compliance initiatives<\/b>, and vulnerability assessments<\/b>.
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This is a hands -on role for professionals with strong experience in threat detection<\/b>, SIEM tools<\/b>, cyber risk analysis<\/b>, and security best practices<\/b>. You will work closely with security teams to prevent breaches<\/b>, enhance cyber resilience, and ensure policy enforcement across the enterprise.
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Job Responsibilities<\/b>
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  • Monitor, analyse, and respond to security alerts using SIEM platforms<\/b> (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel)
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  • Conduct incident investigations<\/b>, root cause analyses, and escalate critical threats
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  • Support vulnerability scans, patch assessments, and mitigation planning
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  • Maintain security policies, procedures, and compliance documentation
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  • Assist in security audits<\/b>, risk assessments, and internal/external reporting
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  • Collaborate with IT and compliance teams to strengthen the organization’s security posture<\/b>
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  • Perform regular reviews of access controls, firewall logs, and endpoint security events
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  • Stay up -to -date with evolving threats, tools, and security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001)
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    Requirements<\/h3>
    • Experience with SIEM tools<\/b> (Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm, Sentinel)
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    • Knowledge of network security, firewalls<\/b>, and endpoint protection<\/b>
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    • Familiarity with security frameworks<\/b> (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls)
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    • Strong understanding of incident response, malwareΒ analysis<\/b>, and threat detection<\/b>
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    • Excellent analytical and communication skills
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    • Ability to manage and prioritise multiple alerts and projects
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      9. Desired Skills<\/b>
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      • Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, SSCP<\/b>, or CISSP (Associate)<\/b>
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      • Knowledge of scripting or automation (Python, PowerShell)
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      • Exposure to cloud security<\/b> (AWS, Azure)
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      • Understanding of regulatory requirements<\/b> (GDPR, PCI DSS, HIPAA)
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        Benefits<\/h3>

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          Job Benefits<\/b>
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          • Competitive salary and bonus structure
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          • Hybrid or remote working options
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          • Private medical insurance and pension scheme
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          • Professional development and training allowance
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          • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
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          • Modern tools and security technologies
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          • Career progression in a growing security team
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