Junior SOC Analyst

Free-Work UK; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior SOC Analyst to join their team in Stevenage. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you will engage in incident response, log analysis, and threat detection. You will collaborate with teams to investigate alerts, document findings, and communicate cybersecurity risks effectively. If you have a passion for cybersecurity and possess strong communication skills, this role is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company and kickstart your career in information technology!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in SOC or security analyst roles.
• Understanding of OSI Model and network protocols.
• Ability to investigate alerts and document findings.

Responsibilities

• Investigate alerts and document findings for peers and executives.
• Track remedial activities and communicate updates effectively.
• Articulate cybersecurity risks and recommend actions.

Skills

LogRhythm

Splunk

Darktrace

FireEye

Incident Response

Log Analysis

PCAP Analysis

Scripting

Communication Skills

Tools

Observe IT

Symantec MessageLabs

IronPort

Splunk Phantom

Recorded Future

Job description

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Location:

Stevenage (Full time onsite)

Schedule:

247 Desk, 4 on 4 off days & nights

Eligibility:

Must be British National - No Dual Nationality. Ideally SC Cleared - Must be eligible at least.

Candidate Requirements:

1. Experience with LogRhythm, Splunk, Darktrace (Threat Visualizer), and FireEye (EX, NX, HX, CMS).
2. Understanding of OSI Model and network protocols like DNS, HTTP/S, SSL, SMTP, FTP/S, LDAP/S.
3. Knowledge of tools like Observe IT, Symantec MessageLabs, IronPort, Splunk Phantom, Recorded Future is a plus.
4. Experience in incident response, log analysis, and PCAP analysis.
5. Understanding of attack methods like phishing, port scanning, web attacks, DDoS, lateral movement.
6. Knowledge of Windows and Linux OS for investigation.
7. Ability to investigate alerts, document findings clearly for peers and executives.
8. Track remedial activities and communicate updates effectively.
9. Articulate cybersecurity risks and recommend actions.
10. Experience managing and collaborating with teams and stakeholders.
11. Experience handling security incidents for stakeholders.
12. Knowledge of defensive cyber-attack methodologies and frameworks.
13. Scripting knowledge is desirable.
14. At least 2 years' experience in SOC or security analyst roles.
15. Excellent communication skills.

Seniority level:

Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:

Information Technology

Industries:

Human Resources Services