> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2909393-security-operations-center-analyst](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2909393-security-operations-center-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). --- # Security Operations Center Analyst - **Company:** TRIA - **Location:** Bristol, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £65,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, Microsoft Security Essentials, Kusto Query Language, Bicep, Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Resource Manager - **Published:** September 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2879245263-security-operations-center-analyst ## About the Role * Strong experience in a security operations or analytical role * Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Sentinel * Advanced KQL skills and a strong understanding of Log Analytics * Broad knowledge of the Microsoft security stack * Strong written and verbal communication skills, including confidence communicating with clients during high-priority incidents Desirable experience * Python, Bicep, ARM templates or JSON * Microsoft or security certifications such as SC-300, SC-900, AZ-900, Security+, Network+ or A+ * Previous experience mentoring junior analysts ## Description * Monitor priority incidents and ensure SLAs are met * Act as the first escalation point for SOC Analysts * Investigate and respond to security incidents when required * Escalate complex incidents with clear, detailed findings * Support incident response, client communications and incident bridges * Maintain runbooks, internal documentation and the KQL library * Tune detections and manage improvement requests through Azure DevOps ## Related Videos - [Progressive Delivery in Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/949-progressive-delivery-in-kubernetes) - [Back(end) to the Future: Embracing the continuous Evolution of Infrastructure and Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/440-back-end-to-the-future-embracing-the-continuous-evolution-of-infrastructure-and-code) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [From Tables to Graphs in Minutes: Supercharging Kusto Graph Analytics with AI-Powered Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1543-from-tables-to-graphs-in-minutes-supercharging-kusto-graph-analytics-with-ai-powered-development) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Dev Digest 191: Malware interviews, EU ❤️ Open Source and Skilled Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/645-dev-digest-191-malware-interviews-eu-open-source-and-skilled-agents) - [Dev Digest 164: AI Agents, AI Blindspots and MCP security problems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/578-dev-digest-164-ai-agents-ai-blindspots-and-mcp-security-problems) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)