> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2789428-senior-soc-analyst](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2789428-senior-soc-analyst). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior SOC Analyst - **Company:** InfoSec People Ltd - **Location:** UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £82,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Security Essentials, Windows PowerShell, Kusto Query Language, Security Information and Event Management, Scripting, Office365, Mitre Att&ck, Mttr, Cybercrime - **Published:** September 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840616390-senior-soc-analyst ## About the Role * Proven experience working as a Level 3 / Senior SOC Analyst or equivalent role * Strong hands-on experience with the Microsoft security ecosystem (Sentinel, Defender, MDE, MDI) * Deep understanding of incident response, attacker TTPs, and kill-chain methodologies * Experience creating and tuning SIEM detections and alerts * Strong knowledge of Windows environments, Active Directory, Azure, and M365 * Experience with threat hunting and forensic investigation techniques * Comfortable working in a hybrid on-site model (1-3 days per week in London) * Experience in large-scale or enterprise environments * Exposure to retail, e-commerce, or high-volume customer-facing environments * Scripting or automation experience (PowerShell, KQL, Python) * Relevant certifications such as GCIA, GCED, GCIH, SC-200, or similar ## Description This role sits at the sharp end of detection, investigation, and response. You'll be responsible for handling complex security incidents, improving detection capability, and acting as a technical escalation point for the wider SOC team, while working closely with engineering, threat intelligence, and security leadership., * Act as the final escalation point for complex security alerts and incidents across the enterprise * Lead and coordinate incident response activities, including containment, eradication, and post-incident reviews * Perform advanced threat hunting and proactive investigations using SIEM, EDR, and cloud telemetry * Develop, tune, and optimise detection rules aligned to MITRE ATT&CK * Work extensively with the Microsoft Security stack, including Sentinel, Defender XDR, Entra ID, and M365 Security * Improve SOC processes, playbooks, and response procedures to reduce MTTD and MTTR * Support and mentor Level 1 and Level 2 analysts, raising overall SOC capability * Collaborate with wider security teams (engineering, IAM, cloud, risk) on remediation and security improvements * Provide clear technical reporting and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders ## Related Videos - [What Developers Get Wrong About Application Quality](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/233-what-developers-get-wrong-about-application-quality) - [JavaScript? No. Java Scripts! - Scripting with Java](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2094-javascript-no-java-scripts-scripting-with-java) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Intermediate Bitcoin Script](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/25-intermediate-bitcoin-script) - [Oops! Stories of supply chain shenanigans](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/245-oops-stories-of-supply-chain-shenanigans) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)