Cyber Security Specialist

Job Description

Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.

This is an opportunity to play your part and protect our company, our customers and our communities from cyberattack. Be part of a dedicated team and get ready to be challenged every day to make the most of your skills and experience. You’ll learn from those around you, and from outstanding training and development resources to become even better at what you do. With the best technology at your fingertips, you'll be part of a friendly and flexible working environment where your contribution is always valued.

Locations

London, Manchester, Belfast, Sheffield & Hatfield

London, Manchester, Belfast, Sheffield & Hatfield

Job Description

This role exists to provide specialist technical support on complex network security and cyber security deployments for all of our UK contracts. Building intimate working relationships and trust through effective communication and meeting expectation and deadlines is key. Liaising with customer representatives or vendors and directing other support staff where appropriate will form part of the role.

The role will include supporting and administrating various SIEM and EDR platforms including creating content, playbooks and processes. A good knowledge of IT, operating systems, firewalls and networking will be required alongside excellent cyber security knowledge and experience.

Additionally, the support of new products and services is an important part of keeping pace with the industry and customer requirements and allows BT to maintain market position as key supplier of services. The role holder will therefore be expected to provide support in this area, working with confidence and initiative and applying excellent self-management to promote successful outcomes.

What you’ll be doing – your accountabilities

• To deliver aspects of a Security procedure, and/or process for BT that support the security strategy and policy and considers risks and appropriate legal and regulatory constraints,
• Providing security advice and consultancy to Lines of Business within BT and external customers,
• Supports security compliance relationships with national Government or industry bodies,
• Produce and support polices, functions and configuration builds to allow implementation of customer projects,

The skills you will need

• A deep interest and passion for Cyber Security and threat intelligence.
• Good knowledge and understanding of the following Key technologies/products supported to perform in depth troubleshooting and cyber security investigations:
o Linux/Windows
o Firewalls, Networking and NGFW
o Cloud platforms and workloads
o Operational technology
• Ability to understand and interpret security architecture and how it achieves the customer’s security goals.
• Hunting instinct and problem solving.

The experience you will be expected to have

• Experience of using AI and automation to streamline SOC processes
• Experience in design and support of SIEM and EDR environments.
• Good knowledge and extensive experience of supporting and designing SIEM/EDR/XDR/SOAR platforms, processes and procedures
• Relevant experience in architecting security solutions based on customer requirements and industry frameworks such as NIST, NCSC, Mitre, Cyber Kill Chain

Security is one of the fastest growing parts of our global organisation. We are protecting our networks from more than 6,500 cyber attacks each day, investing over £40m in research each year - and in employing nearly 3,000 people, we’re also the largest private cyber employer in the UK. With incredible opportunities to learn, develop and grow your skills, we’ll invest in you, nurture your potential and shape your future – whatever your background or experience. ​

In today’s world, safe and secure digital connections have never been more vital. You’ll be joining a global company operating at the forefront of the information age: BT employs 90,000 people in 180 countries. With huge scale, we’re capable of achieving great things, striving to be personal, simple, and brilliant for our customers whilst creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Play your part. Make a difference. We are the Protectors.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.