Senior SOC Analyst

Sanderson Government & Defence; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Farnborough is seeking a Senior SOC Analyst with active MOD DV clearance. This role involves monitoring systems for security threats, developing security controls, and contributing to security reports. The ideal candidate will have broad experience in cybersecurity, including SIEM and cloud computing. This opportunity is particularly appealing for those looking to join a dynamic team focused on innovative defence projects. Competitive rates between £500 - £600 apply, with an initial contract of 3 months.

Qualifications

• Experience in SIEM systems and cloud computing.
• Familiarity with security incident management frameworks.
• Knowledge of phishing, ransomware, and cybersecurity threats.

Responsibilities

• Monitor systems for security alerts and unauthorized activities.
• Review and develop security controls in a tech environment.
• Generate recurring service and security reports for stakeholders.
• Provide security awareness training to users and stakeholders.
• Assist in managing technical system certifications.

Skills

SIEM

Cloud Computing

Security Incident Management

Networking

Threat Intelligence

Information Security

Phishing

Ransomware

IDAM

JML

ITSM Policies and Procedures

Information Classification

Team Management/Development

Job description

Senior SOC Analyst - MOD DV Cleared

• Location: Farnborough
• Type: 5 days on-site
• IR Status: Outside
• Rate: £500 - £600
• Clearance: Must have active MOD DV
• Contingency: Must be a sole British National
• Length: Initial 3 months with scope for extensions

Sanderson Government and Defence are seeking Senior SOC Analysts in the Defence sector for an on-going programme of work with a cyber security supplier into the MOD. This is a great opportunity to join a talented Cyber team on an interesting project.

Tasks / Responsibilities:

• Management
• Monitoring of Systems for Security Alerts, Intrusions or activity considered to be unauthorised, unexpected or illegal
• Review and develop existing security controls in line with a constantly growing technical environment
• Contribute into developing an RBAC model in line with an existing IDAM (Identity and Access Management) service
• Generate recurring service and security reports for key stakeholders
• Providing security awareness training to users, stakeholders and visitors including onboarding briefs, security awareness campaigns and supplementary information
• Assist in the management of existing certification of technical systems, including ISO:27001 and other governance standards

Provide ongoing support and guidance on security-related issues to users

• Collaborate with the Operational Security Manager to develop the SOC as a capability unit
• Keep up-to-date with the latest security threats and trends
• Research and develop understanding of security as a discipline

Broad Experience:

• SIEM
• Cloud Computing
• Security Incident Management
• Networking
• Threat Intelligence
• Information Security
• Phishing, Ransomware and other key threats
• IDAM (Identity and Access Mgmt)
• JML (Joiners, Movers and Leavers Processes)
• ITSM Policies and Procedures
• Information Classification
• Team Management/Development

If you're interested in any of the above and interested in learning more, apply or reach out to [e-mail]

Reasonable Adjustments:

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