Security Analyst (24/7 SOC & XDR Specialist)

ANS; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Manchester is seeking a Security Analyst to join their 24/7 Security Operations Center. You will engage in incident triage, manage security technologies, and provide support during security incidents. Strong experience in security engineering and familiarity with Microsoft solutions, along with the ability to achieve security clearance, are essential. The role also involves flexible working hours and various employee benefits to ensure a balanced work-life experience.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus up to 5 additional days

Birthday off and celebration days

Private health insurance

Pension contribution match

Flexible working and remote options

Personal growth development time

Qualifications

• Candidate must be capable of achieving HMG Security Clearance, which requires 5 years of UK residence.
• This role includes shift pattern work, including nights.

Responsibilities

• Triage and investigation of Security Incidents in Sentinel.
• Managing security technologies.
• Monitoring and responding to SOC alerts.

Skills

Security engineering or Security Operations experience

Microsoft Sentinel

Microsoft Defender

Microsoft Cloud Technologies

Linux & Windows operating systems

Incident response

Network Defence

Knowledge of secure development principles

Tools

Syslog

Event Viewer

Job description

A leading cybersecurity firm in Manchester is seeking a Security Analyst to join their 24/7 Security Operations Center. You will engage in incident triage, manage security technologies, and provide support during security incidents. Strong experience in security engineering and familiarity with Microsoft solutions, along with the ability to achieve security clearance, are essential. The role also involves flexible working hours and various employee benefits to ensure a balanced work-life experience.