SecurityAnalyst

Job Posting End Date: June 06 **Who are we?** We’re a specialist employee benefits provider, striving to create healthy, happy workplaces. As part of the international Unum Group, we’re on a collective mission to help the working world thrive. ## **The role** **What will you be doing?** Security Analyst Hybrid – Dorking 3 days minimum Unum is seeking a passionate and driven Security Analyst to join our dynamic Security Operations Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong foundation in networking and endpoint security who is eager to grow, contribute, and make a real impact in protecting our organisation. **What will you bring?** **The Role** As a Security Analyst, you’ll play a key role in our frontline defence, helping to monitor, investigate, and respond to security threats. Your responsibilities will include: * **Security Monitoring & Response:** Triage, investigate, and respond to alerts from tools like our SIEM platform. * **Threat Analysis:** Examine phishing attempts and other suspicious activities. * **Ticket Management:** Handle incoming security-related tickets and ensure timely resolution. * **Continuous Improvement:** Contribute to rule creation, tool enhancements, and automation initiatives. * **Collaboration:** Work closely with team members and other departments to strengthen our security posture. **What You Offer** **Soft Skills** * A collaborative team player who shares ideas and supports others. * Curious and enthusiastic about cybersecurity and continuous learning. * Strong communication skills, including the ability to present to senior stakeholders. * Critical thinker and creative problem solver. * Self-starter with basic project management capabilities. **Technical Skills** * Solid understanding of networking and OS fundamentals, including ports, protocols, and their potential misuse. * Experience using SIEM platforms for search, aggregation, and visualization. * Logical and methodical approach to security analysis. * Awar