About this role
<p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Role:</span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> Senior Cybersecurity Analyst<br><strong>Location:</strong> Horwich, BL6 6JW<br><strong>Contract:</strong> Full-Time Hours / Permanent</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Salary: </span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Up to £55,000</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Company: </span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">EG Group<br><br><br></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">About the Role:</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">EG Group are looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to play a key role in protecting the organisation’s technology estate across multiple regions. Reporting to the Head of Information Security, you will lead day-to-day security operations, acting as a technical escalation point for incidents and ensuring threats are effectively identified, investigated, and resolved.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">This is a hands-on role where you will take ownership during high-severity incidents, working closely with IT, infrastructure, and compliance teams to ensure security controls are effective and aligned with business needs. You will also contribute to the ongoing development of security processes, supporting the organisation in strengthening its overall security posture within a complex, fast-paced environment.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Why Join EG Group?</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Discretionary performance-based bonus scheme</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Grow your career – gain accredited qualifications, apprenticeships, and progression opportunities within a global organisation</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Flexible working hours</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Hybrid working – up to 2 days per week (dependent on role and business needs)</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Salary Sacrifice Schemes – Cycle to Work and Car Scheme available</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Generous annual leave entitlement</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Annual leave buy back scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Discounted gym membership – stay healthy and save on fitness costs</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">One paid volunteering day per year</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Wellbeing facilities – space to relax and recharge</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Free secure on-site parking</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Dress Down Fridays</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Free VDU eye test</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">What you’ll be doing:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Leading the investigation and response to security incidents, acting as the escalation point for complex or high-severity events.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Monitoring and optimising security tooling, including SIEM and endpoint protection platforms, to improve detection and response capabilities.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Conducting threat hunting, root cause analysis, and forensic investigations to identify risks and control weaknesses.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Developing and maintaining incident response processes, playbooks, and detection rules aligned to best practice frameworks.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Translating threat intelligence into actionable controls to strengthen detection and prevention measures.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Supporting vulnerability management activities, including identifying, prioritising, and tracking remediation of risks.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Collaborating with IT, infrastructure, and compliance teams to embed secure-by-design principles and improve overall security maturity.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><em><span style="font-size:12.0pt">This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.</span></em></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><em><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></em></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">What we’re looking for:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Proven experience in a cybersecurity or security operations role, with exposure to incident response and threat investigation.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Strong understanding of security technologies such as SIEM, EDR/XDR, and vulnerability management tools.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Experience working with Microsoft security technologies (e.g. Sentinel, Defender, Azure security tools).</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess risk and make sound decisions under pressure.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Experience supporting security frameworks or regulatory requirements (e.g. ISO 27001, NIS2, PCI DSS).</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Confident communicator, able to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members is desirable.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">A proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Who is EG Group?</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">EG Group is a leading global convenience retailer, operating a wide range of brands across multiple sectors including fuel, foodservice, and grocery retail. With a presence in over 7 countries and a commitment to innovation and customer service, EG Group continues to expand its portfolio and reach. Our company is focused on delivering value to its customers, partners, and stakeholders through efficient operations and strategic growth.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p><em><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.</span></em></p>