Lead SOC Analyst

Fynity; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A security operations company in Hemel Hempstead is seeking an experienced SOC Shift Lead to oversee operations and incident response in a Defence environment. You will lead a team of analysts and enhance threat detection processes. Ideal candidates have experience in SOC leadership and knowledge of tools like Microsoft Sentinel and Splunk. This role offers an opportunity for career advancement in a secure environment.

Qualifications

• Proven SOC leadership experience with hands–on involvement in cyber threat analysis.
• Strong understanding of SOC tools and technologies.
• Knowledge of networking and security fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SOC operations across shift patterns.
• Monitor network traffic and system events to respond to threats.
• Enhance detection rules and optimize SOC tools.

Skills

Cyber threat analysis

Incident response

Team leadership

Monitoring network traffic

Mentoring and coaching

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Splunk

Job description

SOC Shift Lead – Cyber Defence & Security Operations

Location:

On–site, Hemel Hempstead

Security Clearance:

DV Clearance required or eligibility to obtain

Shifts:

2 Days (6AM–6PM), 2 Nights (6PM–6AM), 4 Days Off

We are seeking an experienced SOC Shift Lead to join our expanding Cyber Security Operations Centre (SOC) team. This leadership role involves overseeing SOC operations, threat detection, and incident response within a high–profile Defence and National Security environment. You will manage shift operations, lead a team of SOC analysts, and play a crucial role in protecting critical infrastructure.

As the SOC Shift Leader, you will:

1. Lead and manage SOC operations across shift patterns, ensuring effective threat detection and incident response.
2. Monitor network traffic, logs, and system events to identify, investigate, and respond to cyber threats.
3. Mentor, coach, and develop SOC analysts to support their growth within the Cyber Defence team.
4. Enhance detection rules, optimise SOC tools (including Microsoft Sentinel and Splunk), and refine processes using frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK.
5. Act as the point of contact for stakeholders, representing the SOC during security incidents and operational reviews.

If your SOC skillset includes:

1. Proven SOC leadership experience with hands–on involvement in cyber threat analysis, monitoring, and response.
2. Strong understanding of SOC tools and technologies, including Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, and enterprise security platforms.
3. Knowledge of networking and security fundamentals (TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs).
4. Experience leading SOC teams in high–pressure environments with shifting priorities.

Desirable:

1. DV Clearance (or the ability to obtain it).
2. Malware analysis, reverse engineering, or scripting experience (Python, PowerShell, Bash, Perl, C++).
3. Recognised SOC certifications (CREST Practitioner, Blue Team Level 1, or similar).

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SOC Lead or Shift Lead to advance their career in a secure and rapidly growing environment. If interested, please apply as soon as possible. The People Network is an employment agency and will respond to all applicants within three to five working days. If you do not hear back within this timeframe, please feel free to get in touch.