Senior Cyber Security & Network Analyst - Morgan McKinley

About the role

Senior Cyber Security & Network Analyst The Opportunity in a Nutshell On behalf of our client, a leader in their industry , we are seeking a senior, hands-on technology professional with a deep foundation in Network Engineering (minimum 5-7 years of experience) coupled with strong Cyber Security expertise. This is not a purely monitoring role; the client requires an engineer who can lead from the front, physically and logically build infrastructure, and own complex technical projects from inception to completion. You will ensure the client's digital ecosystem remains resilient, highly performant, and securely aligned with evolving business objectives. Core Responsibilities As a senior technical anchor within the operations team, your daily focus will heavily lean into robust network engineering, system build-outs, and defensive security protocols: Infrastructure Installations & Kit Builds: Act as the technical lead for configuring, assembling, installing, and deploying new network and security hardware. Ensure all engineering documentation is immaculately maintained. Network Architecture Ownership: Maintain, optimize, and scale the client's Layer 2/3 environment, specifically managing Cisco Nexus routing, LAN/WAN frameworks, wireless networks, B2B links, and network load balancing solutions. Project Leadership: Spearhead mid-to-large scale infrastructure initiatives, ensuring deliverables are hit on time and within budget. You will be expected to demonstrate the tangible business value your technical decisions bring to the overall deployment process. Infrastructure Defense & Monitoring: Oversee next-generation Palo Alto firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, and data encryption protocols. Monitor SIEM platforms and threat feeds to isolate, investigate, and remediate digital vulnerabilities. Collaboration & Mentorship: Partner closely with internal technical squads and coordinate with external vendor partners. Provide coaching and technical advice to team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement. What The Client Is Looking For To thrive in this fast-paced environment, candidates must possess a blend of seasoned engineering experience and a structured, methodical approach to problem-solving. Technical Competencies: Minimum of 5-7 years of dedicated experience implementing, supporting, and developing complex L2/3 network architectures. Proven track record of leading and performing new network installations and physical/logical kit builds. Deep technical proficiency configuring and supporting L2/3 Cisco Nexus switching frameworks and Aruba Wi-Fi environments. Solid understanding of Network Load Balancing mechanisms and coordinating third-party Penetration Testing. Strong secondary expertise in Cyber Security, specifically administering Palo Alto Firewalls alongside their advanced next-gen service suites. Background utilizing Qualys Vulnerability Management tools and endpoint detection/remediation software. Previous experience navigating SOX compliance frameworks and handling fast-paced data environments is highly desirable. Application Requirement: Project Examples Our client values real-world execution. As part of your application, please be prepared to provide specific examples of projects where you led from the front on network or security kit deployments. We will look for details on: The scope of the hardware/software deployment you personally executed. The specific technical challenges you overcame during the installation or build phase. The tangible value and security/performance improvements your role brought to that process. Growth, Support & Culture Our client believes in empowering their people to reach their full potential. Joining this team means benefiting from: Structured Progression: Clear objective setting, tailored 1:1 mentorship sessions, and consistent coaching to elevate your architectural capabilities. Empowerment & Autonomy: An inclusive culture that grants ownership of meaningful outcomes and encourages exploration of development opportunities outside your immediate remit. A Collaborative Space: A supportive management philosophy designed to give employees the resources they need to excel while allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.