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The Team
This role is part of a well-established Enterprise Security team responsible for the design, implementation and troubleshooting of IT security solutions across a various technical platform, data networks and security domains. The solutions our team develops underpin the organisation’s corporate, market and power system operational functions. We foster a collaborative environment with continuous professional development opportunities.
The Opportunity
The Cybersecurity Analyst plays a key role in protecting the organisation by monitoring, detecting, analysing, and responding to cyber threats and security events. The role operates within a Security Operations function and focuses on threat detection, incident response, vulnerability and risk management, and security monitoring, working closely with IT, engineering, and business teams to ensure security risks are identified, prioritised, and addressed.
Key operational aspects of the role include responding to security incidents that have been escalated from a Tier 1 Security Operations Centre and supporting a variety of operational management systems. Key development aspects include assisting with the extension or optimisation of existing security and network solutions or the design and delivery of new solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Security Operations Manager and wider Enterprise Security management team in delivering the team’s programme of work and business targets
- Support and optimise a variety of security operational solutions that facilitate event data collection, systems monitoring, threat detection, vulnerability management, perimeter defences, enterprise password management and network infrastructure management such as email and web gateways
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Respond to security incidents that have been escalated from a Tier 1 Security Operations Centre by carrying out advanced analysis and remediation whilst overseeing the necessary engagement with internal stakeholders and external security partners
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Develop and maintain operational procedures, driving improvements and automation where possible
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Assist in periodic cyber security tabletop simulation exercises in conjunction with operational teams
- Collaborate with the Security Architecture & Engineering team and other project and operational teams
About You-
Qualification in a relevant technical discipline and typically 2 years’ experience of delivering or operating a variety of IT security solutions
- Background in IT infrastructure, networks administration or cloud solutions would be an advantage (particularly in the energy sector) and it would be important to demonstrate strong analytical, problem solving and communications skills.
- An understanding of the cyber threat landscape including the analysis of multiple sources of intelligence and communication of results
- Technical knowledge of IT Infrastructure ideally including security appliances, intrusion prevention/detection systems, SIEM tools, vulnerability management tools, directory services, host-based security technologies, data networks and protocols
- Strong communication skills, the ability to critically analyse information, as well as a willingness to work in a fast-paced environment
- A security or networks industry certification and familiarity with cyber security frameworks (e.g. NIST) and standards (e.g. ISO 27001) would also be an advantage.
Desirable
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information security, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications (CompTIA CASP+, ISC2 CCSP, ISC2 SSCP, GIAC Security Essentials) are beneficial but not essential.
Closing date for applications
17/07/2026
Please note we receive a high volume of applications, and as every application is carefully reviewed our response time may vary. If you agree to be considered for other roles this may result in a delayed response as we establish the best fit for your experience. We appreciate your patience.
We value potential as much as experience
. If you believe you can succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement.
We're dedicated to diversity and inclusion at EirGrid. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and the importance of a supportive culture for all our people to achieve their potential. Our diversity and inclusion networks have been designed to create an inclusive culture that enables our people to feel a sense of belonging at work.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.
