Threat Hunting & Detection Engineering Analyst - NESO

About the Role

National Energy System Operator (NESO) is on a journey towards a sustainable and secure energy future. Together we build on this momentum, advancing the Electricity System Operator’s (ESO) plan for zero carbon operability of the electricity system by 2025.

National Energy System Operator (NESO) is looking for a talented Threat Hunting & Detection Engineering Analyst to join the growing THaDE team. This exciting opportunity will involve designing, shaping & building novel detection strategies, executing threat hunting initiatives, and assisting in the creation of mature response frameworks.

The THaDE Analyst will work in collaboration with the wider Security Operations function to ensure a high level of cyber defence maturity, ensuring the security of the systems that govern the flow of energy around the United Kingdom.

This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home.

Key Accountabilities

• Create novel detection content by utilising threat modelling and coverage gap analysis.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting following defined threat hunting frameworks, creating actionable output to feed to key stakeholders.
• Create response documentation to assist the SOC in the triaging of incidents generated by the THaDE team’s detections.
• Ensure continuous improvement of the THaDE detection content library by conducting proactive tuning and logic updates.
• Support the Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC) team in incident escalations where needed.
• Through the THaDE Manager, provide regular reports and metrics on the threat hunting and detection engineering activities and outcomes.

About You

We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about threat hunting.
• Has experience of designing novel detection mechanisms.
• Solid experience of using SIEM and EDR technologies.
• Is a strong communicator with excellent writing skills.

About What You'll Get

A competitive salary between £50,000 to £57,000 – dependent on experience and capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on company performance, 26 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.

You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and professional success. From a competitive salary to flexible work arrangements, we promote your work-life balance.

About Us

Traditionally, Britain’s energy system has been split into two areas – gas and electricity – but to ensure that Britain’s energy system is secure and affordable there needs to be co-ordination across the whole energy system, with one single entity responsible for translating policy into immediate strategy. National Energy System Operator (NESO) will bring unparalleled change.

Forge a path to a sustainable future for everyone.
Your energy, our future, together.

About the National Energy System Operator (NESO)
In Autumn of 2024, the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.

More Information

This role closes on 25/11/2024 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. Our commitment is to build a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.