Cyber Security Specialist (SecOps / Liverpool)
24 days ago
Liverpool
This position focuses on security monitoring, incident investigation, threat analysis, and operational security improvement. The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert for cyber security operations, supporting both proactive and reactive security activities while helping to enhance the organisation's overall security maturity. \n Client Details \n Our client is a well-established and respected professional services organisation with a strong national presence and a reputation for delivering high-quality solutions to a broad client base. With ongoing investment in technology and cybersecurity, they are committed to maintaining a secure and resilient environment that supports business growth, innovation, and operational excellence. \n Description \n\n • Investigating and responding to security incidents escalated through the Security Operations function.\n, • Performing detailed security event analysis and identifying potential threats or areas requiring further investigation.\n, • Working closely with external security service providers to ensure effective monitoring, alert management, and incident handling.\n, • Supporting cyber incident response activities as a technical security specialist.\n, • Analysing security metrics and trends, providing recommendations to improve security controls and reduce risk.\n, • Delivering and managing security awareness initiatives, including phishing simulations and remediation activities.\n, • Maintaining and optimising security monitoring and protection platforms across the technology estate.\n, • Conducting security reviews of systems, infrastructure, and operational processes.\n, • Collaborating with technology and business teams to drive continuous security improvements.\n, • Ensuring security operations align with relevant regulatory, governance, and industry best practice requirements.\n, • Contributing to the development and implementation of operational security controls and procedures.\n\n Profile \n\n • Previous experience working within a Security Operations Centre (SOC) or equivalent cyber security environment.\n, • Demonstrated experience in security operations, cyber defence, incident response, threat detection, or a related security discipline.\n, • Strong understanding of cyber attack techniques, threat actor methodologies, and appropriate mitigation strategies.\n, • Experience investigating security incidents and coordinating response activities.\n, • Knowledge of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Identity and Access Management (IAM), and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) technologies.\n, • Good understanding of modern security frameworks, detection engineering concepts, and operational security best practices.\n, • Experience securing cloud-based and enterprise collaboration environments.\n, • Familiarity with cyber threat intelligence and attack frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK.\n, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess security risks effectively.\n, • A proactive approach to continuous learning and staying current with emerging threats and security trends.\n\n \n Desirable \n \n\n • Degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.\n, • Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, CompTIA Security+, SC-200, AZ-500, or equivalent.\n, • Experience working within regulated or enterprise-scale environments.\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Private healthcare. Life assurance.\n, • hybrid working 3 days in offices (Liverpool, Glasgow, London)\n, • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.\n