Cyber Security Analyst

Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a skilled Cyber Security Analyst to join their team based in Warton. This is a 6‑month contract position requiring part‑time site presence, with a focus on ensuring the highest level of cyber security standards are met across various digital capabilities.

• Support monitoring compliance with cyber security policies and manage assessment and reporting of cyber risks/threats.
• Coordinate the progress of Cyber Assurance requests using Jira for documentation and approvals.
• Conduct preliminary assessments of assurance requests and assist Technical Design Authorities and Project Managers.
• Support the design of IT systems to meet security requirements, balancing functional needs with security standards.
• Ensure completeness of documentation throughout the process, supporting reviews and audits.
• Coordinate and schedule stakeholder reviews at appropriate assurance process stages.
• Assist the wider Cyber team in reviewing and approving proposals throughout the assurance process.
• Monitor, evaluate, and enhance Cyber Design Assurance processes.

• Experience as a Cyber Analyst within the Defence & Security sector.
• Proficiency in using Jira for documentation and tracking processes.
• Understanding of risk assessment and mitigation strategies in a cyber security context.
• Ability to design and evaluate IT systems to meet robust security requirements.
• Strong documentation skills to support audit and review processes.
• Proven ability to coordinate and schedule stakeholder engagements effectively.
• Familiarity with reviewing and enhancing cyber assurance processes.
• Ability to work part‑time on‑site as required.

• Improve the cyber security of systems and information by supporting cyber assurance services throughout different project stages.
• Enhance knowledge management and mitigation of cyber risks within the organisation.
• Work under direction within a clear framework of accountability, using discretion in identifying and responding to complex issues.
• Ensure correct and thorough documentation throughout various assurance stages, supporting performance measures and KPIs.
• Interact with and influence colleagues, overseeing task completion and decision‑making within your responsibility.

If you are a competent Cyber Security Analyst seeking a challenging contract role in the Defence & Security sector, we encourage you to apply now and become a key player in ensuring robust cyber security for our client's digital capabilities.