Junior Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst
Role details
Job location
Tech stack
Job description
- Monitor networks, hosts and endpoints for security threats using SIEM, EDR and other security tools
- Detect and analyse suspicious activity across email, DNS and endpoint environments
- Support the ongoing development and enhancement of SOC monitoring capabilities
- Contribute to the development and improvement of security policies, procedures and standards
- Carry out initial triage, investigation and response to security incidents
- Assess threats and make informed decisions on escalation where required
- Communicate incidents clearly and effectively in line with internal processes
- Maintain accurate documentation of all investigations within ticketing systems
- Collaborate with wider teams to resolve incidents and drive follow-up actions
- Apply knowledge of security controls to provide guidance during incidents
- Take ownership of specific security tools within the SOC environment
- Stay up to date with emerging threats and continuously develop your cyber security expertise
Requirements
Do you have experience in Windows?, * Some knowledge & understanding of, and experience in IT security.
- Understanding of networking protocols, routing & firewall functionality.
- Hands-on experience with security technologies, including SIEMs, ticketing systems, scanning tools (nmap, tenable) and experience with scripting tools such as Python or PowerShell.
- Understanding of Windows and Linux Operating Systems.
- Some understanding of penetration testing tools and techniques.
- Event Log analysis.
- Knowledge of current trends and developments in information technology.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience in developing procedures and processes.
- A proactive and solution-oriented attitude.
Benefits & conditions
Pulled from the full job description
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Referral programme
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Annual leave
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Employee discount
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Employee assistance programme
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Company pension
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Enhanced maternity leave
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Enhanced paternity leave, We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include;
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Matched or contributory pension scheme
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Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
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Employee assistance programme
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My Rewards portal, access to 1000's of retail discounts
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Life assurance
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Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave
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Reward and recognition scheme
In addition, this role offers;
- My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme
- Private health care and health care cash plan for you
- Discretionary bonus schemes
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Recommend a friend - get rewarded for introducing people to us!