Cyber Security Engineer

Reed Technology; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider in Manchester is seeking a SOC Analyst to join their growing SOC function. This role offers remote working with monthly office visits and involves in-depth security analysis and team mentoring. Ideal candidates have experience in SIEM solutions and scripting. Apply today for a competitive salary of up to £45k.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a SOC Analyst for up to 12 months.
• Experience in analyzing security issues rather than just ticket management.
• Background in core infrastructure or networking is desired.

Responsibilities

• Analyze security issues in depth.
• Run and conduct webinars in the future.
• Train and mentor new team members.

Skills

SIEM solutions experience

KQL/PowerShell scripting

Threat Hunting/Analysis

Networking background

Job description

Overview

SOC Analyst - £45k

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established MSP as part of their SOC function. You will be joining a fast paced fast growing arm of the business which has gone from strength to strength since its addition to the business. The role comes with pretty much 100% remote home working with once a month visits to their office in Manchester. They are a full Microsoft Gold Partner/Family Run and also voted one of the top employers in the UK. The current SOC function has a small close knit team of engineers - they deploy a flat SOC structure so you will be involved in all elements of a SOC function. They are big on certifications and open to candidates with them or happy to put you through relevant courses.

Responsibilities

• Proven experience up to 12 months working as a SOC Analyst
• Experience in deep diving into security issues and analysis rather than just ticket management.
• Experience with SIEM solutions (Azure Sentinel as but Splunk etc also useful to have).
• Scripting experience with - KQL/PowerShell Scripting
• Threat Hunting/Analysis Investigation
• Opportunity to run and be involved in webinars.
• Opportunity to train and mentor new team members in the future.
• Core infrastructure/networking background would be desired.

Requirements

The role comes with a base up to £45k. They are interviewing ASAP so apply today for consideration!