Information Security & Monitoring Specialist
| Posting date: | 15 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £44,355 to £45,065 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 September 2025 |
| Location: | London |
| Company: | Government Recruitment Service |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 426531/1 |
Summary
In this role, you will support the detection and investigation of security incidents across the organisation, using advanced monitoring tools and SIEM- Security Information and Event Management systems. You will analyse alerts, identify threats, and work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and effective responses to threats.
This post requires the successful candidate to be a British national and they will be subject to Developed Vetting (DV) clearance.
You will work as a member of the OC Team in the Department's Cyber Resilience Centre (CRC), at the forefront of detecting and investigating potential security threats across CRC. Your primary focus will be on identifying indicators of compromise and malicious activity, conducting in-depth analysis of system alerts and logs, and ensuring swift, effective responses to emerging risks.
You will work closely with stakeholders across CRC and the wider security community to coordinate responses, escalate incidents when necessary, and support investigations with clear, actionable intelligence. Your experience in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems will be critical in driving informed decision-making.
You will also oversee local security officers, contribute to the development of monitoring capabilities, and support strategic workforce planning activities. This role requires a background in information security, incident response, and protective security practices, with the ability to operate discreetly and decisively in high-assurance environments.
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