Lead SOC Analyst: Threat Hunting & Incident Response

Thinkproject; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch & Learn Sessions

Hybrid working

Unlimited learning

Job summary

Thinkproject in Reading is seeking a highly experienced Lead Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst to oversee daily operations and enhance the SOC's threat detection and response capabilities. This role involves leading investigations into advanced security threats, managing incident responses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to strengthen security posture.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in cyber security or a related field, along with proven experience with SIEM tools and incident response procedures. The position offers a hybrid working environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and incident response procedures.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools and vulnerability identification.
• Proficient in spoken and written English for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and respond to security alerts and events.
• Lead proactive threat hunting activities.
• Manage complex cybersecurity incidents from end-to-end.
• Collaborate across teams to mitigate vulnerabilities and threats.
• Enhance SOC operations with improved detection and response capabilities.

Skills

Incident response

Threat hunting

SIEM tools

Forensic analysis

Communication (English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in cyber security or related field

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

SIEM platforms

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

Threat intelligence platforms

Vulnerability identification tools

Job description

Thinkproject in Reading is seeking a highly experienced Lead Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst to oversee daily operations and enhance the SOC's threat detection and response capabilities. This role involves leading investigations into advanced security threats, managing incident responses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to strengthen security posture.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in cyber security or a related field, along with proven experience with SIEM tools and incident response procedures. The position offers a hybrid working environment and opportunities for professional development.