Junior SOC Analyst

Back To Work; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Back To Work is seeking a Junior SOC Analyst to join a growing financial services client in the UK. You will monitor security alerts, review logs, and assist in investigating incidents to protect critical data and systems.

You will gain hands-on exposure to security operations, monitoring tools, and incident management processes while developing technical skills and working as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of cyber security concepts and threat landscapes.
• Ability to analyze security events and identify anomalies.
• Interest in learning security monitoring tools and incident handling.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and system activity.
• Assist with incident investigations and containment.
• Maintain incident records and documentation.
• Support security controls implementation and best practices.

Skills

Threat detection

Security monitoring

Incident response

Log review

Team collaboration

Tools

SIEM

Job description

Cyber threats are continually evolving, and our client, a growing financial services organisation, is investing in the next generation of cyber talent. As a Junior SOC (Security Operations Centre) Analyst, you'll support the monitoring and protection of business systems, helping to identify security threats and keep critical financial data secure. This role offers hands-on exposure to cyber security operations, security monitoring tools, and incident management processes.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Security Monitoring

• Monitor security alerts and system activity.
• Identify unusual behaviour and escalat potential threats.
• Assist with the investigation of security incidents.

Threat Detection

• Review logs and security reports.
• Help identify vulnerabilities and potential risks.
• Support security testing and compliance activities.

Security Operations

• Maintain incident records and documentation.
• Support cyber awareness initiatives across the business.
• Assist in implementing security controls and best practices.

What Success Looks Like

After joining the team, you'll be developing skills in:

• Threat Detection
• Security Monitoring
• Incident Response
• Cyber Risk Management
• Security Compliance
• Network Security Fundamentals

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Has a genuine interest in cyber security.
• Enjoys problem-solving and investigation.
• Has strong attention to detail.
• Is keen to learn and develop technical skills.
• Can work logically under pressure.
• Enjoys working as part of a team.

Career Progression

• SOC Analyst
• Cyber Security Analyst
• Incident Response Analyst
• Threat Intelligence Analyst
• Security Engineer