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Posted 05 August, 2026

Protective Monitoring Consultant

Computer Network Defence Ltd (CND)
Saint Ives, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

DV Cleared Protective Monitoring Consultant

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St Ives, Cambridgeshire | Outside IR35 | Onsite

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NOT St Ives, Cornwall

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CND are partnered with a government organisation to deliver a DV Cleared Protective Monitoring Consultant to strengthen the security posture of critical systems.

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This is a hands-on role for a LogRhythm specialist with strong experience in security monitoring, incident response, and deep-dive analysis within secure environments.

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What you’ll be doing:

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  • Monitoring and analysing security events using LogRhythm
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  • Investigating and responding to alerts and incidents
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  • Producing detailed incident reports and root cause analysis
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  • Tuning and optimising detection rules and use cases
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  • Supporting LogRhythm administration (2nd-line level)
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  • Mentoring junior analysts and improving SOC processes
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What we’re looking for:

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  • Strong LogRhythm experience (Client & Web Console)
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  • Proven SOC / incident response background
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  • Ability to operate in a highly analytical role
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  • Active DV clearance
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  • Experience in secure or defence environments
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Desirable:

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  • CISSP, GSEC, GCIA, or GCIH
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  • MOD experience
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  • LogRhythm XM deployment experience
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This is an opportunity to work in a high-impact environment, contributing directly to national security outcomes.

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If you're DV cleared and interested, or know someone who is, please get in touch