Junior Cyber Security Analyst

Junior Cyber Security Analyst (Contract)

Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for Extension)

Location: Hybrid/Chester

Rate: A highly competitive salary is available for suitable candidates

Role Profile

As a Junior Cyber Security Analyst, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the security and integrity of our organisations digital assets. Collaborating with a dynamic team, you will intake cybersecurity related requests from internal and external entities that require triage, remediation or escalation. This entry level position provides an opportunity for learning and growth in the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity. If you are passionate about safeguarding digital environments and eager to build a career in cybersecurity, we invite you to join our team.

There will be some out of hours and weekend work included. With regard to the hybrid situation, initially during the training period this will be five days per week on site, eventually going down to three.

Role Requirements:

• Answer incoming calls to assist with information security inquiries or issues
• Document all interactions accurately for record-keeping and analysis
• Follow established processes and guidelines to handle common issues
• Collaborate with team members to resolve more complex problems or escalate as necessary
• Monitor your assigned queues and work cases in an efficient and effective manner

Skills & Experience Required:

• Familiarity with Cyber Security and Information Technology
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent typing skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team.

We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment.