Average Security Analyst salary in Glasgow

Senior Security AnalystGlasgow | Personal Contract (dependent on skills and qualifications)Full-time | HybridCompetitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & moreREQ5277We’re seeking a technical Senior Security Analyst to lead threat detection, incident response, and control validation across various cloud security platforms such as, but not exclusive to,  Microsoft security suite, AWS workloads, CNAPP and CrowdStrike . You’ll drive operational benchmarking, automate reporting, and ensure UK compliance alignment (NCSC CAF, ISO 27001, NIST etc…).We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here’s how you will contribute…Make final calls during incidents or policy debates, train and guide junior analystsHandle complex threats, lead incident response, and shape security policyOversee and lead investigations across various cloud security suitesDevelop and maintain KQL-based detection rules, hunting queries, and alert tuning strategies.Coordinate incident response playbooks across hybrid environments, including AWS EC2, Lambda, and containerized workloads.Contribute to the operational deployment and oversight of AI-driven security tooling, ensuring alignment with threat detection, SOC workflows and UK compliance standardsSOC workflows and UK compliance standardsOperational Benchmarking & ReportingBuild automated dashboards with tooling such as Power BI or Grafana, integrating various security tooling suitesBenchmark SOC metrics (MTTD, MTTR, alert fidelity etc…) against UK peers and internal SLAs.Deliver structured weekly reports with versioning and audit traceability. Security Control ValidationValidate endpoint coverage across EDR/XDR platforms ensuring telemetry integrity and policy enforcement.Integrate various security tooling  into health dashboards.Drive remediation workflows with engineering teams to close gaps in control coverage.Threat Intelligence & AttributionOversee the correlation of internal telemetry with external feeds (e.g., MISP, Recorded Future, Microsoft TI).Map adversary TTPs using MITRE ATT&CK, and produce attribution matrices for major incidents.Track UK-relevant threats, including supply chain risks and sector-specific campaigns.Coaching & Continuous ImprovementMentor analysts in cloud and endpoint telemetry interpretation.Lead tabletop exercises and purple team simulations using various tool setsContribute to SOC maturity assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.What you will need5+ years in SOC or incident response roles, with strong hands-on experience in Microsoft security suite, AWS Security Services, and other EDR/XDR/CNAPP platformsProficient in KQL, PowerShell, and Python for automation and enrichment.Experience with AWS IAM, GuardDuty, Security Hub, CloudTrail, and Config.Strong understanding of UK compliance frameworks (NCSC CAF, ISO 27001, GDPR).Familiarity with threat intel platforms, STIX/TAXII, and TTP mapping.Not sure you meet every requirement?Research shows some people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.Why SGN?SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm. If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.<span id="youube">

Cyber Security Placement Programme - No Experience Required,Are you looking to benefit from a new career in IT and Cybersecurity? Skills shortages in the IT sector are driving the need for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers.We help place graduates from this programme in top UK companies and organisations needing to employ entry-level IT and Cybersecurity staff that can hit the ground running with up-to-date skills gained from this programme.The best part is you will not need any previous experience as fully accredited training, which includes tutor support and mentoring, provides you with the skills, practical knowledge and qualifications for you to secure a professional job and career in IT. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion.Whether you are working full time, part time or are unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks or a few months (step 1 to 4 below). Your job and career goals are completed in 4 easy steps.Step 1 - Accredited Online TrainingThe first step is completing a selection of professional, accredited and industry recognised courses from CompTIA which is the global leader in IT Technician, Networking and Cybersecurity training. The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, practice labs, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study from home. You will also be assigned an expert tutor and a support mentor to help you throughout your training.Step 2 - Practical TrainingYou will gain practical experience by using practice labs which enable you to practice and master what you have learned. Gaining practical hands-on experience gives you confidence to be proficient in your first IT role. This combination of theoretical and practical skills is what line managers need you to have to be effective and confident in your role.Step 3 - Official ExamsYou will then go on to sit the CompTIA Security+ and the CompTIACySA+ exams to give you the official certifications which will be recognised not only in the UK, but worldwide. The CompTIA Security+ and CySA+ is the most asked for certificates for cyber security specialists.These are the certification most professionals start their own careers with.Step 4 - Job PlacementWe work with you to secure your first role in IT. Ideally you will need to gain two years’ experience in this role before you can progress into a cyber security role but for many students on completion of the training we can get them straight into entry level cyber roles.Further we can tailor the package to include courses like the Certified Ethical Hacker and Certified Network Defender depending on your requirements and future direction.Cybersecurity RoleOnce you have completed all the mandatory training iour recruitment support team specialises in the IT and Cybersecurity space and roles at this level have an average starting salary of £35K - £45k typically being a trainee cyber security analyst or engineer role.We have been helping career changers and new career seekers gain new careers since 2019 and we are a CompTIA Partner, and deal with accredited training partners.Job GuaranteeDue to the success of this programme and the skills shortage of entry-level IT staff, we can guarantee you will secure a job upon completion of your study programme or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. This is subject to our terms of learning/terms and conditions.Passionate about starting a career in IT? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch.Keywords: IT Technician, IT Helpdesk, IT Security, IT Field Engineer, Cyber Security, IT Support, 1st Line Support, 2nd Line Support, IT Training Course, Cyber Training Course, Cyber Security Course, First Line Support, Second Line Support, IT Security Engineer, IT Engineer, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Ethical Hacker, Cyber Security Analyst, Trainee Cyber Security.

Cyber Security Placement Programme - No Experience RequiredAre you looking to kick-start a new career in IT? We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Cyber Security Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee (£24K-£45K) upon completion. We are currently placing over 100 of our graduates into new roles each month. Whether you are working full time, part time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you.The traineeship is completed in 4 easy steps. Step 1 - Online Training The first step is completing a selection of professional, accredited and industry recognised IT Support courses by CompTIA, Microsoft and Cisco. The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study from home. You will also be assigned an expert tutor to help you throughout your training. Step 2 - Practical Training You will gain the practical experience by using our cutting edge Livelabs. Gaining hands-on experience is essential in today’s IT industry for both certifications and keeping up to date with new technologies. Theory is often not enough these days, companies require hands on practical experience to make sure you're job ready. Step 3 - Official exams You will then go on to sit the CompTIA A+ exams to give you the official certifications which will be recognised worldwide. The CompTIA A+ is the most commonly asked for certificate in entry level IT roles. Step 4 - IT Technician placement (£24K-£30K) You will be placed into your first role as an IT Technician, with a starting salary of anywhere between £24K-£30K. You will need to gain two years experience in this role before you can progress into a cyber security analyst role. While working as an IT Technician, we will release your second batch of training which is specifically designed to qualify you to move into the cyber security field. This will consist of online training, practical training and an official exam. Cyber Security Role Once you have completed all of the mandatory training in step four and have the required two years experience in the IT industry, you will be ready to move into your Cyber Security Technician role. We have partnered with a number of large IT companies who have a massive shortage of qualified cyber security staff. In this role the average starting salary is £45K. At a one off cost of £990, or a deposit of £149 followed by 10 interest free monthly instalments of £104, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in IT and have a real career ladder to start climbing. If you are not offered a role at the end of the training we will refund 100% of your course fees. We have a proven track record of placing 1000+ candidates into new roles each year. Check out our website for our latest success stories. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a career in IT? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. Keywords:IT Security, Cyber Security IT Support, IT Technician, Support Engineer, 1st Line Support, and 2nd Line Support, First Line Support, Second Line Support, Trainee, Training Course, Support, It Security, IT Security Technician, Trainee IT Security, Trainee Cyber Security Technician, It Security engineer, IT Security engineer, Trainee IT Security engineer, Trainee Cyber Security engineer 'Please note that this is a training course and fees apply’