L3 Security Analyst

Vodafone Group Plc; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly bonus: 10%

Annual leave: 28 days + bank holidays

Charity days: 5 days/year

Fully paid maternity leave for 13 weeks

Private pension with matching contributions

Access to private medical and dental care

Various discounts on services and products

Job summary

Vodafone Group Plc is seeking a Level 3 Security Analyst in Newbury to join its Cyber Defence Operations Center of Excellence. This role is pivotal in protecting millions of customers from cyber threats through advanced incident response and security improvements.

Ideal candidates possess at least 4 years of experience, strong SOC expertise, and knowledge in security technologies. Vodafone offers hybrid working, generous leave, and a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years in security event analysis and incident response.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tuning and SOAR automation.
• Knowledge of frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK and cyber kill chain.
• Passion for continuous learning and pursuing certifications.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and validate threats using cutting-edge tools.
• Collaborate with global teams on incident investigations.
• Drive continuous improvement in cyber defense posture.

Skills

Experienced SOC analyst

Networking protocols

Operating systems

Security technologies

SIEM tuning

Scripting/programming skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

SIEM

EDR

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Proxies

Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GoogleCloud)

Job description

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

What you’ll do

Join Vodafone’s Cyber Defence Operations Center of Excellence (CDO) and play a pivotal role in protecting millions of customers from global cyber threats. As a Level 3 Security Analyst, you’ll be at the forefront of advanced incident response, tackling complex security challenges and driving continuous improvement in our cyber defence posture.

You’ll investigate and validate threats using cutting‑edge tools, collaborate with global teams on incident investigations, and mentor colleagues to uplift skills across the CSOC. From fine‑tuning SIEM systems and automating response actions to delivering insightful security reports and advisories, your expertise will help shape Vodafone’s resilience against evolving threats. This is a role where your critical thinking, leadership, and technical mastery will make a real impact every day.

Who you are

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. You might be a great fit if you bring:

• Experienced SOC analyst (Level 2 or above) with at least 4 years in security event analysis and incident response
• Strong technical knowledge of networking protocols, operating systems (Windows/Linux), and security technologies (SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, proxies)
• Hands‑on experience with SIEM tuning and SOAR automation
• Familiarity with frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK and cyber kill chain
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GoogleCloud) and scripting/programming skills
• Excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical audiences
• Passion for continuous learning and professional development, ideally working toward certifications such as GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, GNFA, CEH, or ECSA
• A proactive, disciplined approach and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment

We are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background.

What's in it for you

We want you to feel happy and fulfilled at work, without compromising the other things in life that matter to you. There are lots of ways we support this, including hybrid working and generous parental leave. You'll also get four Spirit Days a year to focus on your personal development and wellbeing, plus a host of other great benefits too.

• Yearly bonus: 10%
• Annual leave: 28 days + bank holidays + the opportunity to buy/sell/carry over 5 days/year
• Charity days: 5 days/year
• Maternity leave: 52 weeks: the first 13 weeks are fully paid, followed by 26 weeks of half pay
• Private pension: You can contribute up to 5% of your basic pay with 2:1 matching from Vodafone up to 10%
• Access to private medical, private dental, free health assessments, share save scheme
• Additional discounts: Vodafone retail, gym, cinema, cycle to work, season ticket loan

Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people’s lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. We’re committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to your application process for guidance. Together we can.