Location: Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Salary: £29,970 – £36,483 per year (pro rata)
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time
Certificate of Sponsorship: Available
Posted on: 28 February 2025
Reference Number: 156-7018440
Job Overview: Join the Frontline of Cybersecurity in Healthcare
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust (RCHT) is seeking a dedicated Cyber Security Analyst to join our Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC) team. This position offers a unique opportunity to support the NHS in Cornwall, ensuring the security of critical healthcare systems. You’ll play a vital role in proactively and reactively defending the trust’s infrastructure against cyber threats, contributing directly to the safety and efficiency of healthcare services in the region.
With a competitive salary range from £29,970 to £36,483 per annum, this permanent, full-time role offers the potential for career growth and professional development in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities: Protecting Healthcare Data and Systems
As a Cyber Security Analyst at RCHT, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest levels of security across the NHS’s digital infrastructure. Your duties will include:
- Monitoring Security Alerts: Actively monitor and analyse security alerts from multiple sources to identify and respond to cyber events and threats in real-time.
- Vulnerability Scanning: Collaborate with the team to develop and conduct vulnerability scanning, using insights to reduce cyber risks effectively.
- Incident Response: Be part of a 24/7/365 service team providing expertise in responding to cyber incidents, ensuring rapid containment and mitigation.
- Collaboration: Work closely with technical teams to develop practical solutions to reduce vulnerabilities and improve security posture across the healthcare system.
- Documentation & Reporting: Prepare reports on security incidents, analysis, and remediation activities, contributing to the ongoing development of the Trust’s cyber security strategy.
This role is essential for safeguarding both patient and organizational data in a rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape.
Required Qualifications and Experience
To thrive in this role, candidates must possess the following qualifications and experience:
Essential Qualifications:
- Degree-level education (preferably in Cyber Security) or equivalent professional experience.
- Proven commitment to ongoing professional development in cyber security.
Desirable Qualifications:
- ITIL Foundation certification.
- Technical certifications such as CISSP, CPSA, CompTIA Security+, or Microsoft SC-200.
Essential Experience:
- Hands-on experience in cyber security, including incident response and security alert management.
- Familiarity with IT infrastructure, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Microsoft Desktop Systems.
- Solid understanding of networking protocols and perimeter security.
Desirable Experience:
- Experience in the NHS or public sector cyber security environment.
- Familiarity with SIEM and XDR/EDR solutions.
- Exposure to vulnerability scanning and compliance reporting.
Why Work at Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust?
Joining RCHT means becoming part of a respected NHS Trust that prioritizes the professional development of its employees. Here’s what you can expect:
- Innovative Environment: Work at the forefront of cyber security within the healthcare sector, helping to protect vital systems that support over 500,000 people in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
- Collaborative Culture: Be part of a dynamic, specialist team dedicated to continuously improving the Trust’s security posture.
- Career Development: Access to training, development programs, and certifications to further enhance your skill set in a rapidly evolving field.
- Comprehensive Benefits: A competitive salary, pension plan, and the opportunity for flexible working arrangements.
RCHT is committed to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive professionally while contributing to the protection of public health.
Additional Information
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: This position is subject to a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
- Certificate of Sponsorship: Applicants who require a skilled worker visa are welcome to apply and will be considered alongside all other candidates.
- Right to Work: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
For more detailed information on the required checks and eligibility criteria, please refer to the NHS Employers website.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to make a significant impact in the field of cyber security within the NHS, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your application through the NHS Jobs portal, ensuring your CV reflects your qualifications and experience as outlined in the job specification.
For further details about this exciting opportunity, including the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting documents available on the NHS Jobs website.
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Take the next step in your career and contribute to protecting vital healthcare infrastructure across Cornwall. Apply now and join us at Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust!