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# Security Analyst

- **Company:** Capgemini
- **Location:** Birmingham, United Kingdom
- **Salary:** £41,220
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Antivirus Softwares, Cyber Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Network Security, Scrum Methodology, Firewalls (Computer Science), Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Cybercrime, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** November 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5962144301

## About the Role

* A strong understanding of networking and security principles.
 * Proficiency in analysing logs, detecting anomalies and problem-solving.
 * Possess knowledge of common attack vectors and methodologies.
 * Be familiar with scripting and automation tools.
 * Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

We are a Disability Confident Employer

## Description

The SOC Security Analyst will be tasked with monitoring, analysing, and responding to security incidents within the organization. This role requires collaboration with a team of security professionals to safeguard the organization's information assets from cyber threats. The ideal candidate should have a robust understanding of cybersecurity principles, incident response, and threat detection.

Join our established and expanding SOC team, where you'll have the opportunity to work with the latest security technologies. This role offers significant career growth potential, providing pathways that extend well beyond the entry-level security analyst position. You will be part of a dynamic environment that fosters professional development and advancement in the cybersecurity field.

This role is required full time on site in Derby.

If you are successfully offered this position you will go through a series of preemployment checks including identity nationality single or dual or immigration status employment history going back three continuous years and unspent criminal record check known as Disclosure and Barring Service.

Your role

 * Security Monitoring: Continuously monitor security alerts from various security tools including SIEMs, firewall, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus, EDRs and other security tools. This will involve analysing logs and alerts to identify potential security incidents.
 * Incident Response: Investigate security incidents to assess their severity and impact and respond according to established incident response protocols. Perform comprehensive root cause analysis to prevent future occurrences of similar incidents.
 * Threat Analysis: Identify and assess emerging threats and vulnerabilities, staying updated on the latest cyber threats through thorough threat intelligence analysis. Recommend and implement effective mitigation strategies to safeguard the organization.
 * Security Operations: Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security measures are integrated into the overall infrastructure. Support SOC process and procedure enhancements, and actively participate in presenting updates during handovers and daily scrums.