IT Security Operations Engineer

Hakim Group; Darwen; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an IT Security Operations Engineer, where you will be integral in safeguarding vital IT systems against cyber threats. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a supportive and innovative environment, focusing on security monitoring, incident response, and threat detection. You will collaborate with talented teams to implement best practices and ensure compliance with security standards. Experience a vibrant work culture with various perks that prioritize your well-being and professional growth. If you're passionate about IT security and looking to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Health Plan

Financial Flexibility Fund

Rewards Portal

Exciting Calendar of Events

Qualifications

• Experience in a SOC or security operations role with hands-on security monitoring.
• Strong understanding of network security protocols and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security logs to identify suspicious activity.
• Investigate security incidents and implement remediation actions.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with security policies.

Skills

Security Monitoring

Incident Response

Threat Detection

Network Security Principles

Scripting (Python, PowerShell)

Tools

SIEM/SOAR Platforms

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

Vulnerability Management Tools

Threat Intelligence Platforms

Job description

What’s in it for you?

Joining Hakim Group means becoming part of a close-knit family of independent Optical practices across the UK and Ireland.

A career where empowerment, innovation, and unwavering support create a truly fulfilling experience. A career that’s not just fulfilling but a bit like joining an exclusive club of the happiest eye-care professionals.

As an IT Security Operations Engineer, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our IT systems and infrastructure against cyber threats.

You will also receive:

• Exciting calendar of events, fostering a vibrant work culture.
• Employee health plan to prioritise your well-being.
• Access to our financial flexibility fund, providing additional support when needed.
• Rewards portal with exclusive benefits and offers.
• Embrace a supportive and expanding team, immersing yourself in our award-winning Hakim Group culture.

About the Role

You will be responsible for configuring and managing our security systems, monitoring security events, analysing potential security incidents, and coordinating incident response activities to protect our organisation's assets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a primary point of contact for security incidents and alerts detected by our security monitoring systems.
• Monitor and analyse security logs, alerts, and reports to identify suspicious activity and potential threats.
• Investigate security incidents, conduct forensic investigations, and implement remediation actions to contain and mitigate risks.
• Maintain and optimise security monitoring tools and technologies to ensure effective detection and response capabilities.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to implement security best practices and ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Review existing systems to ensure configuration conforms to security best practices.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in a SOC or security operations role, with hands-on experience in security monitoring, incident response, and threat detection.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, protocols, and technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, etc.).
• Experience with security tools such as SIEM/SOAR platforms, endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions, vulnerability management, detection and response/remediation (VMDR) solutions and threat intelligence platforms.
• Knowledge of security standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS Controls, ISO 27001) and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for security operations and incident response.

What's Next?

Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.