Cyber Security Analyst (Microsoft Sentinel / SIEM)

Cyber Security Analyst – Local Government – Contract

£400 per day | Inside IR35 | Hybrid (2 days on-site in North London) | Rolling 3-month contract

Salt is partnered with a forward-thinking local government body in North London seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to support their internal IT and security teams on a key programme of work. This is a hybrid contract role, with two days per week on-site and the remainder remote.

You’ll play a central role in monitoring, analysing, and improving the organisation’s cyber security posture – particularly around SIEM and incident response, with a strong focus on Microsoft Sentinel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor security alerts and log data using Microsoft Sentinel and related SIEM tools
• Respond to security incidents, performing root cause analysis and recommending remediations
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and support threat detection activities
• Assist with the configuration and optimisation of the organisation’s security infrastructure
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure best practices in information security are maintained

Essential Experience:

• Proven experience in a cyber security analyst or SOC analyst role
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel and broader SIEM technologies
• Solid understanding of threat detection, log analysis, and incident response workflows
• Experience working in a public sector or regulated environment is highly desirable
• Ability to clearly communicate security issues and provide actionable advice to stakeholders

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract in the public sector, offering real scope for extension and ongoing project work.

Start date: ASAP

Contract length: 3 months initially, with extensions expected

Rate: £400/day (Inside IR35)

Location: North London – 2 days per week on-site, rest remote

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements