Defence SOC Shift Lead — 24x7 Onsite Leader & Mentor

Fynity; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Cyber Security firm in the UK is seeking a SOC Shift Lead to oversee operations in a 24x7 Cyber Security Operations Centre. You will manage teams, ensure quality assurance, and support critical defence operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive cybersecurity experience, strong leadership abilities, and expertise with tools like Microsoft Sentinel and Cisco AMP. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to national security in a challenging environment.

Benefits

Shift allowance

Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience across network security, infrastructure, and operating systems.
• Ability to lead teams and enforce standards.
• Experience mentoring analysts and performing QA in a SOC.
• Strong communication skills for escalation and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Ensure shift continuity and quality assurance.
• Mentor analysts and support skills development.
• Act as first point of contact for non-critical escalations.
• Capture feedback to improve SOPs and workflows.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

Leadership skills

Mentoring analysts

Strong communication skills

Understanding of OSI model

Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Defender

Cisco AMP

Darktrace

ExtraHop

Job description

A leading Cyber Security firm in the UK is seeking a SOC Shift Lead to oversee operations in a 24x7 Cyber Security Operations Centre. You will manage teams, ensure quality assurance, and support critical defence operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive cybersecurity experience, strong leadership abilities, and expertise with tools like Microsoft Sentinel and Cisco AMP. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to national security in a challenging environment.