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Cyber security professional

Job Req ID:  49340
Posting Date:  22 Jul 2025
Function:  Security
Unit:  Business
Location: 

Green Park, Reading, United Kingdom

Salary:  Competitive Salary + Benefits

Recruiter: Krystle James

Hiring Manager: Michael Lingard

Career Grade: E

Internal Closing Date: 01/08/25

 

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.
You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

Why this job matters

 

Our purpose is to use the power of communication to make a better world. For each other, for our customers, for society and our communities.

• Security incidents carry financial cost and can impact our brand and reputation.  Proactively preventing, detecting and responding to incidents allows BT to reduce risk to the business and our customers.

• Any large organisation needs a centralised facility responsible for every aspect of Security, hardening the business posture from attack.

• Your role places real value in finding and adapting ways to protect and support our people, customers & communities.

 

This job role is based near Reading. Onsite (5 days office based & every other Friday off). Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. DV Clearance is required. Must have lived in UK for 10+ years to obtain clearance.

What you’ll be doing

 

  • As a member of the Cyber Security Monitoring and Response team you will respond to immediate complex security threats on the Mon 4 contract
  • Responsible for working in a Security Operation Centre (SOC) environment
  • Procedure creation and continuous improvement
  • Responsible for initial triage on alerts and incidents.
  • The SOC team’s goal is to detect, analyse, and respond to cybersecurity incidents using a combination of cutting-edge technology and a strong set of processes.
  • SOC staff work across the customer organisation, typically with other support teams to ensure security issues are addressed quickly upon discovery. Monitor, analyse and defend against malicious or unusual activity that could be indicative of a security incident or compromise.

Essential Skills

 

  • Data Analysis
  • Intrusion detection & Analysis
  • Decision Making
  • Troubleshooting
  • Technical reporting

What we'd like to see on your CV

 

  • Experienced in working within a SOC environment as a Tier 2 analyst
  • Knowledge of various security methodologies and processes
  • Knowledge of TCP/IP Protocols, network analysis, and network/security applications
  • Knowledge and hands on experience of IP networks and their key components

Benefits

 

  • Competitive salary
  • 10% on target bonus (Depending on country based)
  • BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
  • 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
  • Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
  • World-class training and development opportunities
  • From January 2025, equal family leave:  receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.​
  • Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.​
  • 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues​
  • 2 weeks paid carer’s leave ​
  • World-class training and development opportunities​
  • Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
  • Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
  • Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop

 

 #LI-Onsite 

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.

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