Security Analyst

Survitec Group Limited; Ellesmere Port; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading survival technology provider based in Ellesmere Port is seeking a SOC Analyst to join their cybersecurity team. The role involves monitoring and responding to security incidents, with a requirement for at least 3 years of SOC analyst experience along with relevant security certifications. This position is hybrid and offers numerous employee benefits including extra holidays and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

33 days holiday including public holidays

Additional day off for birthday

Enhanced maternity and paternity package

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Workplace Reward & Recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years hands-on SOC analyst experience.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft security tools.
• Proven experience in security incident investigation and response.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts and incidents.
• Perform initial triage of security events using SIEM.
• Investigate security incidents and ensure timely resolution.

Skills

SOC analyst experience

Microsoft security stack experience

Incident Response

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Education

Security+ certification

Additional security certification (CySA+, GCIH, GSEC)

Tools

SIEM platforms

PowerShell

Python

Job description

Vacancy Title: SOC Analyst

Vacancy Location: Ellesmere Port (hybrid)

Engagement Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Your Company

Survitec are the world’s largest survival technology provider. For over 166 years, we have been protecting lives in the air, on land and at sea, through the design, manufacture, and servicing of Survival Technology.

Today, we are a global community of 3,000 professionals with presence in 96 countries partnering with our customers to provide innovative solutions that reduce risk and help keep you safe.

That is why the world's leading maritime, defence & government, energy and aerospace organisations trust us when it matters most and why we have been awarded the Gold Award by the UK Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

Your New Role

Our Beaufort Division is building an independent cybersecurity capability as part of its separation from Survitec Group. We are seeking two highly skilled SOC Analysts to join our UK-based team and provide critical security coverage during build, BAU and post separation management and compliance. This is a high-impact role in a fast-paced environment where operational readiness is essential.

What You Can Expect from the Role

• Monitor, analyse, and respond to security alerts and incidents across Beaufort’s technology stack.
• Perform initial triage and escalation of security events using enterprise SIEM tools.
• Investigate and document security incidents, ensuring timely resolution and reporting.
• Collaborate with internal teams to strengthen security posture and assist during critical migration phases.
• Maintain compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements

The Experience, Qualifications and Skills You Will Have

• Experience: Minimum 3 years hands-on SOC analyst experience
• Certifications: Security+ AND one additional security certification (CySA+, GCIH, GSEC, or equivalent)
• Microsoft Experience: Demonstrated experience with Microsoft security stack (Defender, Entra ID, Intune)
• SIEM Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience with enterprise SIEM platforms
• Incident Response: Proven experience in security incident investigation and response
• Be willing to troubleshoot and address issues and be prepared to support delivery teams during high workload phases.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Desirable

• Advanced Certifications: GCIH, GCFA, CySA+, or Microsoft security certifications
• MDR Experience: Previous experience with managed detection and response services
• Email Security: Experience with SPF, DKIM, DMARC implementation and management
• Backup Security: Understanding of backup security and ransomware recovery
• Scripting: PowerShell, Python, or other automation scripting capabilities

Why You Should Work for Us

• 33 days holiday including public holidays
• Additional day off to celebrate your birthday
• Company Anniversary holiday benefit
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Workplace Reward & Recognition scheme

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At Beaufort, we want you to have the best possible interview experience with us and we are also committed to creating an inclusive environment. We are happy to make any necessary accommodations to ensure you can showcase your skills to the best of your ability, should you require any reasonable adjustments, please don't hesitate to let us know.