L1 SOC Analyst - Fortinet/Microsoft SIEM, Training & Bonus

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Shift bonus

Tech leadership

Team environment

Job summary

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited is seeking an L1 SOC Analyst to join the frontline of cybersecurity defense in the United Kingdom. You will monitor and triage 80-100 alerts per shift using Fortinet and Microsoft SIEM/EDR, analyse threats, and escalate where needed.

A structured training programme supports long-term career growth in cybersecurity. Ideal candidates will have cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Blue Team Level 1), be eligible for SC clearance, and possess

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in cybersecurity career growth.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Blue Team Level 1).
• Eligibility for Security Clearance (SC Clearable).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and triage 80-100 security alerts per shift.
• Analyse and prioritise alerts to identify threats.
• Provide rapid incident response and escalation when needed.
• Collaborate with SOC team for threat detection and incident management.

Skills

Cybersecurity passion

Certifications

SC clearance eligible

Teamwork

Tools

Fortinet

Microsoft SIEM/EDR

Job description

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited is seeking an L1 SOC Analyst to join the frontline of cybersecurity defense in the United Kingdom. You will monitor and triage 80-100 alerts per shift using Fortinet and Microsoft SIEM/EDR, analyse threats, and escalate where needed.

A structured training programme supports long-term career growth in cybersecurity. Ideal candidates will have cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Blue Team Level 1), be eligible for SC clearance, and possess