SecOps Engineer

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based Fintech firm is seeking a cloud-based Security Operations Specialist to join in building their Cyber Defence capability. This role involves managing complex security incidents, shaping SOC processes, and mentoring junior staff, offering a substantial opportunity to influence the firm's security posture significantly. Candidates with significant SOC experience and knowledge of the Microsoft Security Stack are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a SOC environment handling high-profile incidents.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Security tools like Defender and Sentinel.
• Experience mentoring team members during investigations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide technical escalation for complex incidents.
• Collaborate with Security Engineering on system tuning improvements.
• Mentor junior SOC team members through incident response processes.

Skills

Incident Response Techniques

Microsoft Security Stack

Cloud Security (Azure/AWS)

Job description

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Currently working with a UK Fintech firm who are in the process of building out their Cyber Defence capability and looking to bring in a cloud-based Security Operations Specialist.

You will be responsible for managing alerts, investigating and responding to the most complex incidents whilst building out the IR Playbooks and Processes alongside the internal Threat Hunting capability. You will also work closely with the wider SecOps Engineering function to continuously develop rules and automate processes where possible.

This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced Senior SOC Analyst / Specialist to join a growing yet established firm at a crucial point as they completely build out their Information and Cyber Security capability. Whilst they have the fundamentals in place, this is a relatively greenfield SOC buildout, where you will work alongside the SOC Manager to shape their SOC monitoring, detection and response function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a lead and technical escalation point on the most complex incidents and investigations.
• Work closely with Security Engineering team to recommend system tuning/configuration improvements.
• Mentor and train junior team members through complex incident response investigations.

Key Requirements:

• Significant experience working in a SOC environment, dealing with and responding to escalated and most high profile incidents.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Microsoft Security stack – Defender, Sentinel, etc
• Knowledge of various Incident Response techniques and procedures.
• Experience working in hybrid-cloud SOC environments – Azure/AWS preferably.

If you’re an experienced SOC Analyst, looking to shape how one of the most innovative Mobile Payments FinTech firms build out their cyber defence capability and leave a lasting impact on one of the most reputable organisations whilst working alongside a team of genuine Cyber Security SMEs, click the to apply or get in touch directly – [emailprotected]