Protective Monitoring Consultant

Job description

DV Cleared Protective Monitoring Consultant | St Ives, Cambridgeshire | Outside IR35 | Onsite

Please note: St Ives, Cambridgeshire (NOT Cornwall)

CND are supporting a government organisation in securing critical systems and are seeking a DV Cleared Protective Monitoring Consultant with strong LogRhythm expertise to join a high-impact security programme.

What You'll Be Doing

• Monitoring and analysing security events using LogRhythm

• Investigating, triaging, and responding to security incidents

• Conducting deep-dive analysis and root cause investigations

• Producing detailed incident and threat reports

• Tuning and optimising LogRhythm detection rules and use cases

• Providing 2nd Line LogRhythm administration support

• Supporting SOC operations and continuous security improvements

• Mentoring junior analysts and enhancing monitoring processes

What We're Looking For

• Active DV Clearance

• Strong hands-on experience with LogRhythm Client & Web Console

• Proven background in SOC Operations and Incident Response

• Strong analytical and investigative skills

• Experience working within highly secure or defence environments

• Ability to operate independently within mission-critical settings

Desirable Experience

• CISSP, GSEC, GCIA, or GCIH certifications

• MOD or Government experience

• LogRhythm XM deployment experience

Why Apply?

• Outside IR35 contract

• High-profile government programme

• Opportunity to directly support national security outcomes

• Work within a highly secure, technically challenging environment

• Immediate impact from day one

DV Cleared and interested? Get in touch to find out more.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

St Ives

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

24-08-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English