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data connectors, integrations, KQL, automation, dashboards and reporting.Implement tuning, enrichment and optimisation across Sentinel and align with other SIEM tools.Maintain SIEM ingestion pipeline reliability by investigating and resolving issues across connectors, parsing, content, automation and transformation logic, while proactively monitoring latency, throughput and data fidelity to prevent data loss.We’d love you to have:Knowledge and understanding of incident Response frameworks such as NIST CSF, SOC2 or equivalentKnowledge and understanding of information security architecture and IT security policies relevant to logging (secure transport, retention, privacy by design).Organised, with strong communication skills both written and oral, and with the ability to translate and deliver technical information (standards, runbooks, feed specs) to a non-technical audienceCustomer focused and proactive in resolving technical issues and challengesPrior experience working within a Managed Service Provider or MSSP organisation is strongly preferred. Candidates who have performed a similar role but not necessarily in a SOC will be consideredExperience with other SIEM and related information security management platforms desirable, such as AlienVault, Elastic, EDR/MDR tools, vulnerability management platforms etcWe also acknowledge that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome are a real thing and can get in the way of us meeting fantastic talent, so please don’t hesitate to apply - we would love to hear from you!Work in a way that works for you We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Hybrid working - 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now.If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at jobs.softcat.com/jobs/our-culture/ Here at Softcat, we don’t prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.Location:Manchester, Marlow Business Function:Services Group Full time or Part time?:Full Time Vacancy Type:Permanent
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Reference: 4028Would you like to work in a supportive, collaborative and innovative company? Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate, and collaborative team? Join our Cyber Operations Team! The Softcat Cyber Operations teams provides our customers with cyber security monitoring, analysis, assessment and remediation. It is our job to design and deploy effective security monitoring and assessment tools into customer IT systems to provide monitoring and detection capabilities against cyber threats. Our Engineering team is responsible for ensuring these tools are properly configured, deployed and maintained to deliver the service effectively.Success. The Softcat Way. Passion. Intelligence. Fun. Responsible; these are the core values which define Softcat. We are one of the UK’s leading IT infrastructure providers and a FTSE 250 listed company. The business is based on two key principles: outstanding customer service and employee satisfaction- both of which inspire our
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