Role: Senior SOC Analyst
Location:Remote, UK
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits
Please note this role does not offer sponsorship.
As a Senior SOC Analyst, you will be responsible for ensuring the security of our organisation's information assets and technology infrastructure. You will work closely with the rest of the cyber security team to identify, investigate, and remediate security incidents, as well as to develop and implement strategies for improving our overall security posture.
Key responsibilities:
• Conduct regular monitoring and analysis of our security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and SIEM solutions;
• Identify and investigate security incidents, escalating issues as necessary to the appropriate teams
• Develop and implement security policies and procedures, and maintain up-to-date documentation on security-related matters;
• Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure that security controls are properly implemented and maintained across all systems;
• Assist with security audits and assessments, and ensure that all remediation activities are completed in a timely manner;
• Stay up-to-date on emerging security threats and vulnerabilities, and proactively recommend measures to mitigate them;
• Mentor and provide guidance to other members of the SOC team, as necessary.
Qualifications:
At least five years of experience working in a SOC environment, with a focus on incident response and threat hunting;
Strong stakeholder management skills!!
Strong knowledge of security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint protection;
Experience with vulnerability scanning and penetration testing;
Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and outside the box;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders;
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are strongly preferred.
If you meet the above qualifications and are looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your career in cyber security, we encourage you to apply now!