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Security Operations Analyst

Department
Information Security
Location
Bristol CEC United Kingdom
Date Posted
22-05-2026

We are currently seeking an experienced Security Operations Analyst. As part of a leading global bank this is a tremendous opportunity to join us as we go through a period of positive change and continue to make our way as the global leader in sustainable mobility

Key Purpose

  • To monitor and investigate Security alerts, threats, vulnerabilities and incidents. To perform diagnosis of alerts, incidents and service requests and to ensure all are accurately logged and any corrective action taken, or escalations made in a timely manner.

  • To investigate new and advanced methods of detection and prevention of incidents and to identify, develop, organise and improve processes in all areas of Security Operations, including customer and project related activity where assigned.

  • To actively remain informed and educated in respect of new and evolving areas of technology and cyber security, and be a proactive champion of Security within the business

Responsibilities

  • Daily monitoring of operational Security tools and response to events and incidents

  • Development and optimisation of Security controls & tooling to continually improve monitoring, and detection of new Security threats

  • Help deliver new Security initiatives, driving best value from our tooling & supporting technologies

  • Be the first point of contact for Security incidents, events and requests and ensure all are logged

  • Assist in the performance of regular reporting and permanent supervision control activity

  • Assist with any internal and external audit requirements and collate information as necessary to respond to any queries where appropriate

  • Creation and maintenance of procedure manuals

  • Promoting Security awareness across the business

  • Understand legal & regulatory requirements and procedures in place relating to Security

  • Actively remain informed about new and evolving technological and cyber security change, including working towards and obtaining relevant professional certifications

  • Engagement with international security teams and relevant 3rd parties

  • Actively develop, coach and mentor direct reports to ensure they meet their full potential in line with agreed business strategy.

Skills, Experience & Background

  • Experience of monitoring, identifying and responding to security events and incidents.

  • Practised in development and optimisation of security controls & tooling to

  • Continually improve monitoring, and detection of new security threats.

  • Good understanding of SIEM systems and security assessments / vulnerability scanning

  • Good knowledge of networking and traffic flow (TCP/IP).

  • Administration skills in Windows Operating Systems.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with knowledge of current Cyber threats / trends.

  • Experience of defining and documenting Security processes and procedures.

  • Commitment to self-development and be enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and embracing new technologies.

  • Self-motivated with an awareness of the need for confidentiality.

  • Articulate, with the ability to explain things in non-technical language at all levels.

  • Good written, verbal, and reporting skills.

  • A passion for detail and accuracy.

  • Ability and keenness to learn new skills and technologies, and actively seek out resources for self-education

What we offer

Rewards & Financial Benefits

Salary between £30,000 - £40,000, Competitive pension scheme, Annual salary review and bonus scheme, Give As You Earn (GAYE) scheme, Employee referral scheme (£1,000), Retail discounts programme, GymFlex membership options, Cycle to Work scheme

Health & Wellbeing

Life Assurance, Health assessment options, Travel insurance, Dental insurance, Critical illness cover, Personal accident insurance.

Time Off & Work–Life Balance

25 days’ annual leave + an additional Celebration Day, 37.5 hour week, Monday to Friday, no weekends, Holiday buy & sell scheme, Volunteer days , Time allocated for personal development, Study support (where applicable).

Workplace & On‑Site Facilities

Free parking, EV charging points, Bike storage & shower facilities, Complimentary breakfast, Staff and social events

Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for an opportunity unless they exactly meet the criteria specified. At Ayvens we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, enjoyable and authentic workplace so if you are excited by this, or any role at Ayvens but your experience doesn’t exactly align, we would encourage you to apply regardless! What’s the worst that can happen?!