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
SeniorJob 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