Cyber Security Operations Analyst

Job Title: Cyber Security Operations Analyst

Location: Immingham or London-Hybrid

Type of Contract: Permanent / Full Time

Salary: £40000 - £43000

Benefits: Enhanced pension scheme, PMI (private medical insurance), long-term incentive plan, holiday’s starting at 25 days, plus bank holidays.

About VPI

VPI is a leading UK-based power company, operating a fleet of flexible and efficient gas-fired power stations that play a critical role in ensuring energy security and supporting the transition to a low-carbon future. Committed to sustainability, VPI is investing in carbon capture and hydrogen projects to drive decarbonisation. With a strong focus on innovation, reliability, and environmental responsibility, VPI offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make an impact in the evolving energy sector.

The Role

Are you passionate about cyber security and looking to develop your career in a dynamic environment? VPI is seeking a Cyber Security Operations Analyst with early-stage career experience to join our central cyber security team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a broad stakeholder base within the UK and Europe, contributing to essential cyber risk management and operational security initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

As a Cyber Security Operations Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting risk analysis, security policy implementation, and the Secure by Design framework across Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT). You will contribute to:

• Risk Management: Conduct risk analysis and interpret first-line operational outputs to support VPI’s overall cyber security risk posture.
• Operational Security: Assist in incident response testing, data management, and coordination of cyber security with physical and personnel security teams.
• Human Risk Management: Develop cyber security awareness materials, manage phishing protection programmes, and handle external threat intelligence.
• Software Development & Cloud Security: Support the integration of security policies into DevOps processes and cloud-based tools.
• Business & Change Management: Contribute to risk mitigation strategies for business development and internal change projects.
• Incident Response: Act as a responder within VPI’s cyber security incident framework.

What we’re looking for

We are seeking a self-motivated individual with a strong willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have:

Essential Skills & Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience in a cyber security-related role.
• Educational or workplace experience in cyber security operations.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Experience in change management activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).

Desirable Qualifications:

• Foundation or Fundamentals level Cyber Security certifications or badges.
• Educated to HND/Degree level in a relevant field.
• Understanding of technology principles within the energy sector (not essential but beneficial).

Why Join VPI?

• Known for our ability to think and act fast using our energy intelligence, our mission is to enable the energy transition by providing the power we need today and tomorrow
• Whether you’re an experienced professional or looking to grow, VPI provides structured development pathways.
• VPI offers competitive salary, pension scheme, PMI (private medical insurance), long-term incentive plan and holiday starting at 25 days plus bank holidays.

If you are ready to take your cyber security career to the next level, apply today to become part of our growing team at VPI!