Senior Information Security Analyst

Senior Information Security Analyst

Are you passionate about building secure cloud environments and driving proactive security solutions? We re looking for a highly skilled Information Security Analyst with strong expertise in Azure cloud security, Microsoft Sentinel, and Tenable to join a growing security team.

As an Information Security Analyst, you will play a key role in safeguarding cloud environments. You will design, implement, and optimize security controls, monitor threats, and lead remediation efforts across the organisation. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys solving complex security challenges and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of Azure security best practices, policies, and controls.
• Manage and optimise Microsoft Sentinel SIEM, including rule creation, use-case development, automation, and threat hunting.
• Oversee vulnerability management activities using Tenable, ensuring timely identification, prioritisation, and remediation of risks.
• Support incident response activities, including investigation, containment, and root-cause analysis.
• Conduct security assessments, recommend improvements, and work with engineering and IT teams to implement secure solutions.
• Continuously assess cloud environments for misconfigurations, threats, and compliance gaps.
• Prepare security reports, dashboards, and metrics for leadership and stakeholders.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong hands-on experience with Azure Security Centre, Azure AD, Defender for Cloud, and cloud security architecture.
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Sentinel SIEM administration, threat detection, and automation (KQL experience desirable).
• Solid understanding of vulnerability management with Tenable (Tenable.io/Tenable.sc).
• Knowledge of industry security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications highly desirable (AZ-500, SC-200, CEH, Security+, etc.).