Remote SOC Analyst - Microsoft Security Certs & XDR Focus

Cloud Decisions; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology security company is seeking two Security Operations Analysts to join their remote team across the UK. The role involves proactive monitoring, incident management, and collaboration with service desk teams. Ideal candidates have experience in security operations roles and familiarity with SIEM tools like Microsoft Sentinel. The position offers a competitive salary up to £46k, an additional £2k monthly allowance, and extensive funding for Microsoft security certifications.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Monthly remote work allowance

Private health insurance

Employee Assistance service

Access to Perkbox

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in a Security Operations Center / SOC role 2nd or 3rd line.
• Excellent technical document writing experience (flow diagrams, playbooks).
• Self-motivated and organized.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic analysis and apply proactive remediation.
• Proactive monitoring and threat hunting.
• Documenting and articulating issues for escalation.

Skills

Security Operations Center experience

Technical document writing

Kusto Query Language

PowerShell scripting

Customer service skills

Education

Cyber Security Certifications (e.g., SC-200)

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

SIEM product (similar vendors)

Job description

A leading technology security company is seeking two Security Operations Analysts to join their remote team across the UK. The role involves proactive monitoring, incident management, and collaboration with service desk teams. Ideal candidates have experience in security operations roles and familiarity with SIEM tools like Microsoft Sentinel. The position offers a competitive salary up to £46k, an additional £2k monthly allowance, and extensive funding for Microsoft security certifications.