Junior Cyber Security Analyst in Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Our client is an IT support company based in South Yorkshire, seeking a Junior Cyber Security Analyst to help protect its systems and the client environments it supports. You will contribute to day-to-day security activities and help keep business-critical technology secure.

This is an opportunity to begin a career in cyber security within an IT support environment, gaining practical experience while working alongside experienced technical colleagues.

Role Overview

As a Junior Cyber Security Analyst, you will help monitor and protect networks, systems and digital assets across the company and its client environments. Working with IT support and cyber security colleagues, you will develop hands-on skills in reviewing security alerts, supporting incident investigations, identifying risks and promoting secure working practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Review security alerts and help investigate potential incidents affecting company and client systems.
• Assist with security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify potential weaknesses.
• Help maintain cyber security policies, procedures and guidance for secure IT support.
• Support user account security and access controls, following agreed procedures.
• Check network and system activity for unusual behaviour and escalate concerns to senior colleagues.
• Help maintain endpoint protection and security software across supported devices.
• Assist with cyber security awareness activities for employees and client users.
• Keep accurate records of security checks, incidents and actions taken.
• Work with IT support colleagues to identify security risks and assist with agreed improvements.
• Support compliance with relevant data protection requirements and cyber security standards.

Required Skills & Qualities

• A genuine interest in cyber security, IT support and technology.
• An analytical approach and an enthusiasm for solving problems.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing information and recording findings.
• The ability to follow procedures and work in a methodical, organised way.
• Clear communication skills for working with technical colleagues and non-technical users.
• A willingness to learn, take guidance and develop practical technical skills.