Security Operations Analyst

Technology is key to the delivery of CQC’s core purpose. Our Technology team does what matters most by providing high quality, customer centric technology solutions and services to CQC colleagues, providers and the public through modern, agile and innovative technology. Technology makes a difference; it speeds processes up, enables more efficient communication and ways of working, enables colleagues to make decisions which translate into better regulation of services.
By taking your next career step with us you will become part of a team that designs, builds and maintains the organisations digital infrastructure all while giving you the opportunity to build an enviable career in an organisation that values equity, diversity and inclusion, learning and development and supports colleagues to be the best they can be., This is a brilliant opportunity for a Security Operations expert to join our developing Technology Team.
As the Security Operations Analyst you will be confident in collecting intelligence on cyber security incidents and data breaches and undertaking research and analysis of information from multiple sources. This is a new, exciting role where you will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with other technology teams to reduce potential attacks.
In this role you will:
+ Be the main point of contact for receiving information and intelligence on security incidents, requests and general queries
+ Liaise with internal and external colleagues, providing technical and general advice on all cyber security matters
+ Undertake confidential and technically complex research and investigations in relation to security breaches as requested or using your own initiative and judgement
+ Undertake detailed root cause investigations for cyber incidents with skilled interpretation and analysis of information
+ Support with threat detection, cyber security event/incident response, and leading forensic investigations

With demonstrable experience using Microsoft tools such as Azure, Defender XDR, and Sentinel you will help us ensure the organisations protection from cyber-attacks.
The ideal candidate for this role will;
+ Have experience using Microsoft tools such as Azure, Defender XDR, Sentinel and Power BI.
+ Understand common security standards, frameworks and regulations (DSPT, ISO2700x, GDPR, CAF, MITRE, ITIL)
+ Hold Microsoft Security and Azure Qualifications (desirable)
+ Hold some or all Cyber security industry qualifications (desirable)

We offer an enviable benefits scheme which includes;
+ 27 days’ annual leave, rising with service to 32.5 days, plus 8 Bank Holidays
+ NHS pension scheme, with around a 14% employer contribution
+ Free employee assistance service 24 hours a day
+ Discounts to supermarkets, high street stores, electronics and fleet cars
+ Discounted gym vouchers
+ Cycle to work scheme
+ Internal reward scheme where you could earn yourself a voucher or two!
+ Equipment for homeworking