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SOC Analyst


  • £48000 - £60000 per annum
  • Hemel Hempstead
  • Posted: 29/12/2023
  • Permanent
  • Job Ref: V-32381

Job Details

Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst
 A great opportunity for a proven SOC professional to join a leading consulting organization at the forefront of cybersecurity, providing critical defence and national security solutions. We are seeking a skilled Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst to work on-site in Hemel Hempstead. This role involves a 2-shift pattern, ensuring 24x7 coverage in a dynamic and challenging environment.
Security Clearance:
This role involves working with defence and national security clients; therefore, candidates must be able to pass a high level of security clearance. To be considered, applicants must have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and be a British citizen.
Location: Hemel Hempstead, On-site
 
Key Responsibilities:

- Monitor, analyze, and respond to security incidents in real-time within a 365 24x7 operational framework.
- Utilize SIEM tools, with a preference for experience in Splunk or Sentinel.
- Defend critical IT systems against cyber threats, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and enhance security measures.

 
Requirements:

- Proven experience as a SOC Analyst in a 24x7 environment.
- Proficient in working with SIEM tools, particularly Splunk or Sentinel.
- Expertise in defending critical IT systems against a range of cyber threats.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.
- Previous experience working in a defence or national security environment is highly desirable.
- Ability to work in a 2-shift pattern, covering a 24x7 operational environment.
- Relevant certifications would be an advantage (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), etc.)

 
Benefits:

- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the cybersecurity domain.
- Professional development opportunities.

 
If you are an experienced SOC professional who meets the Security Clearance criteria and is ready for an exciting and challenging role in cybersecurity defence, please submit your CV.
 
Only candidates who meet the security clearance requirements will be considered.
 

If you are interested please apply ASAP. The People Network is an employment agency and will respond to all applicants within three - five working days. If you do not hear within these timescales please feel free to get in touch.