Security Analyst - 24/7 Environment

At UBDS Group, with our portfolio including UBDS Digital and Rayo, we are dedicated to fostering an entrepreneurial spirit by investing in innovators who harness technology to drive meaningful change.

As we grow we are always looking to continually develop our services and offerings and we are now seeking additional Security driven professionals to join our team in Manchester, working within our Infrastructure and Security operations centre.

Responsibilities 

• Monitor alerts and events to identify potential threats, intrusions, compromises  and vulnerabilities using tools such as Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Cloud and other leading security software
• Analyse and investigate security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents.
• Execute incident response processes to contain and respond to Security Incidents including documenting and reporting
• Conduct deep packet inspection and analyse events, including phishing and malware.
• Fine tune alerts and events to maintain a high true positive alert rate
• Ensure compliance to SLA, process adherence and process improvement within the SoC
• Provide guidance and assistance to other analysts as they investigate incidents and create/tune rules.
• Continually review all SIEM detection content to ensure they are implemented in the most appropriate manner and fit for purpose in line with agreed quality SLAs, KPIs and industry best practice.
• Provide coverage for a (24x7) Security Incident Response function across multiple client environments.

About You  

• Exposure and hands on experience with SIEM and Threat & Vulnerability technologies, ideally Microsoft Sentinel & Defender for Cloud.
• Experience of Security Incident Handling & Security Incident Response 
• Knowledge of Security including types and methods of cyber-attack and underlying network protocols.
• Strong documenting and reporting skills.
• Excellent time management
• Experience in  escalating incidents to, and in driving incident resolution with, technology vendors and stakeholders.
• Good understanding of ITIL principles and able to apply them.
• Ability to work closely with Cyber Security, operational teams and multiple customers across different sectors
• You will be required to obtain UK SC clearance
• Willingness to work out of hours on a shit pattern in our offices, located in central Manchester

Benefits

Why people choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group

Professionals choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group for its reputation as a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that is deeply committed to both innovation and employee development. At UBDS Group, employees are given unique opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects across a diverse range of industries, exposing them to new challenges and learning opportunities that are pivotal for professional growth. The Group’s culture emphasises continuous improvement, offering ample training programs, mentorship, and the chance to gain certifications that enhance their skills and marketability.

UBDS Group fosters a collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged, allowing employees to contribute ideas and solutions that have a tangible impact on the company and its clients. This combination of professional development, a culture of innovation, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions makes UBDS Group an attractive place for those looking to advance their careers and be at the forefront of technological and operational excellence.

Employee Benefits

• Training – All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical led, business acumen or methodologies. We want you to grow with us and to help us achieve more
• Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality
• Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance
• Holiday – You will receive 25 Days holiday, plus 1 day for Birthday and 1 day for your work anniversary in addition to UK bank holidays
• Electric Vehicle leasing with salary sacrifice
• Contributed Pension Scheme
• Death in service cover
• Hybrid Working – UBDS Group offers a flexible working environment to help enable you to operate at your maximum regardless of your location. With offices in London & Manchester we offer a culture that is focussed on outcomes and giving you a work life balance but at that same time creating and driving a culture of inclusivity and togetherness

About UBDS Group

At UBDS Group our mission is to support entrepreneurs who are setting new standards with technology solutions across cloud services, cybersecurity, data and AI, ensuring that every investment advances our commitment to innovation, making a difference, and creating impactful solutions for organisations and society.

With a portfolio including UBDS Digital and Rayo, UBDS Group Companies proudly offer comprehensive, end-to-end digital solutions tailored for both the public and private sectors. By harnessing the strengths of leading technology partners, we deliver innovative strategies, services and solutions that address complex challenges and drive significant value. Our services cover digital consulting, cloud platforms, data and ai, cybersecurity, managed services and delivery management.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.