Cyber Security Analyst

We are looking for CyOps Analyst at Knutsford, UK – 3 days per week Onsite

Role Purpose

The CyOps Analyst will support the Cyber Enhancement Programme by operationalising new detection capabilities, improving cyber readiness, and supporting endpoint and containment tooling as Tanium capabilities expand. These roles ensure T1 milestones can be met and that Detection Engineering and C2E workstreams are ready for platform go live.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and triage enhanced detection outputs generated through Tanium and SIEM integration.
• Support operational readiness for new containment capabilities deployed as part of C2E workstream.
• Validate and operationalise detection content delivered via CI/CD and Tanium telemetry ingestion.
• Aid in correlating endpoint, device discovery, and telemetry insights to support investigations and incident response.
• Work with SMEs to assess gaps, document findings, and ensure operational closure of identified EDR issues.
• Support cyber incident response activities, providing endpoint expertise and rapid analysis.

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience in Cyber Operations, SOC Level 2/3, or Incident Response.
• Strong understanding of endpoint telemetry, EDR, and detection technologies (Tanium experience desirable).
• Experience triaging and analysing alerts from SIEM, EDR, and endpoint tooling.
• Ability to work across Detection Engineering and IR teams to enhance detection logic and response actions.
• Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Clear communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills