Security Analyst
Xcede Recruitment Solutions
Salary: $50 – $70 per year
Security Analyst
6-month contract, Outside IR35, Fully Remote - Must be UK based
We're seeking an experienced Security Analyst to support a major technology transformation programme. You'll help maintain security visibility throughout infrastructure migrations, ensuring monitoring, logging and security controls remain effective during transition.
Key Responsibilities
- Discover and assess existing log sources, alert rules and security monitoring requirements.
- Support the implementation and configuration of Splunk, including log onboarding, parsers and dashboards.
- Monitor network traffic to identify unauthorised data movement and security risks during migration.
- Validate migrated infrastructure through vulnerability assessments and security configuration reviews.
- Work with engineering and cyber teams to ensure secure delivery across the programme.
Experience Required
- Proven experience in Security Operations or Cyber Security.
- Hands‑on experience with Splunk, log forwarding and SIEM administration.
- Strong analytical skills using SPL, KQL and/or SQL.
- Experience investigating security incidents, insider threats or data exfiltration.
- Knowledge of vulnerability management and security assurance within enterprise environments.
Reference: WJ-766_24102927 · Posted 09 Nov 2026, 09:47 PM