Cyber Security Practitioner

BT Group

. Build tools and platforms that help cyber teams work more effectively.

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Cyber Security, Data Analysis, and Software Development, with a strong focus on Automation and Continuous Improvement. Capable of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to address complex challenges and enhance operational efficiency.

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DV Security ClearanceCyber Security ConceptsData AnalysisAutomation ExperienceProgramming or Scripting

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisSoftware DevelopmentAutomationScriptingProgrammingData VisualizationThreat DetectionIncident ResponseRisk ManagementVulnerability Management

Soft Skills

Analytical MindsetStrong CommunicationCollaboration SkillsProactive LearningGrowth Mindset

Tools & Technologies

LinuxCloud PlatformsDatabasesAPIsEmerging TechnologiesArtificial IntelligenceMachine Learning

Certifications & Qualifications

DV Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Cyber SecurityCritical InfrastructureComplex DatasetsCyber OperationsSecurity Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build tools and platforms that help cyber teams work more effectively.
Explore large and complex datasets to uncover valuable insights.
Develop automation and software that improves cyber operations.
Research emerging technologies, threats and analytical techniques.
Support investigations into sophisticated cyber activity.
Create capabilities that help defend the UK's critical infrastructure and government organisations.
Collaborate with engineers, analysts, researchers and cyber specialists to solve challenging problems.
Continuously learn and adapt as technologies, threats and opportunities evolve.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must already hold the relevant DV Security Clearance.
Must be located on site during working hours due to security requirements.
Strong interest in cyber security, technology and solving complex problems.
Analytical mindset with the ability to think logically and approach challenges in a structured way.
Willingness to learn new tools, technologies and ways of working across cyber, software and data disciplines.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Proactive approach to learning, continuous improvement and personal development.
Interest in understanding how technology, data and security can be used together to create meaningful outcomes.
Growth mindset and enthusiasm for tackling unfamiliar challenges.
Desirable: experience with programming, scripting or software development through work, education or personal projects.
Desirable: familiarity with data analysis, data visualisation or large and complex datasets.
Desirable: exposure to cyber security concepts such as security operations, threat detection, incident response, risk management or vulnerability management.
Desirable: experience using automation to improve processes, increase efficiency or solve technical problems.
Desirable: familiarity with Linux, cloud platforms, databases, APIs or modern development practices.
Desirable: interest in emerging technologies, data science, artificial intelligence or machine learning.
Desirable: practical security experience through personal projects, home labs, hackathons, open-source contributions or self-directed learning.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A structured Technical Progression Pathway to recognise and reward appropriate technical people.
Competitive DV market aligned salaries
Tiered role based DV allowance
World-class training and development opportunities
10% on target bonus
Equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate.
Enhanced women’s health support, including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
New BT Better Workplace working environments at strategic locations across the UK
Huge range of flexible benefits including an EV salary sacrifice, cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan, additional annual leave
On-call allowance (Depending on role requirements)
Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop
24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes
25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
2 weeks paid carer’s leave
Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
Enhanced life assurance of up to ten times base salary