Senior SOC Analyst

Hays plc
Lanark, United Kingdom
10 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary to permanent
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Lanark, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
CompTIA Security+
Computer Security
Linux
DNS
Security Information and Event Management
TCP/IP
Information Technology
Operational Systems
Splunk

Job description

Your New Company and RoleWe're working with a leading organisation seeking a Senior SOC Analyst to join their team in Glasgow on a 12-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of cyber defence, protecting critical systems from evolving threats.As part of a 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) team, you'll monitor systems, detect potential incidents, and initiate the incident response process. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Continuous Monitoring: Use SIEM tools (including Splunk) to identify suspicious activity and respond efficiently.
  • Incident Triage: Analyse alerts and logs to determine genuine incidents and prioritise accordingly.
  • Initial Incident Response: Perform containment actions and escalate to senior analysts for deeper investigation.
  • Reporting & Documentation: Create detailed incident reports and maintain accurate records.
  • Tool Management: Assist in maintaining and optimising security tools for peak performance.What You'll Need to Succeed

Requirements

  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
  • Hands-on experience with Splunk in a SOC environment.
  • Solid understanding of networking (TCP/IP, DNS), operating systems (Windows/Linux), and common cyber-attack techniques.
  • A degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT, or equivalent experience.
  • Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or similar are highly desirable.What You'll Get in Return

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive daily rate up to £573.
  • 12-month contract with potential for extension.
  • Opportunity to work in a high-performing SOC team on mission-critical projects.What you need to do now

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