Security Operations Center Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK infrastructure client is seeking a SOC Analyst to enhance their cyber and infrastructure security measures. The role involves managing security systems, responding to threats, and supporting IT Projects. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience, relevant security qualifications, and excellent communication skills. Onsite work in Southampton is required three days a week.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT/security roles required.
• Recognized security qualification necessary.
• Strong IT background with hands-on security tool experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain core security tools and controls.
• Monitor systems, respond to incidents, and conduct audits.
• Collaborate with IT and operations teams.

Skills

Communication

Self-management

Flexibility to travel

Education

CISMP

GSEC

Level 4+ apprenticeship

Tools

Security tools

Firewall management

Antivirus management

Cloud security platforms

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Posted:

04.06.2025

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19.07.2025

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Job Description:

One of the UK’s leading infrastructure clients now requires a SOC Analyst to help drive robust cyber and infrastructure security across their organisation.

The Information Security Systems Engineer will work across multiple business functions, managing and enhancing security systems, responding to threats, and supporting major IT Projects.

• Deploying and maintaining core security tools and controls
• Monitoring systems and responding to incidents and vulnerabilities
• Supporting audits, risk assessments, and compliance efforts
• Managing firewalls, antivirus, encryption, and cloud security platforms
• Collaborating with teams across IT, operations, and third-party partners

The Information Security Systems Engineer will have the following skills/responsibilities:

• 5+ years in IT/security roles
• A recognised security qualification (CISMP, GSEC, or Level 4+ apprenticeship)
• Strong IT background and hands-on experience with security tools
• Excellent communication and self-management skills
• Flexibility to travel to sites across the UK as required
• Familiarity with ISMS, NIS, GDPR, and ITIL frameworks
• Experience in engineering, operations, or finance-related environments

This role requires you to be onsite at one of their offices in Southampton and would require you to be onsite 3 days per week.

If you’re an experienced SOC Analyst looking for an exciting new opportunity with a leading logistics client, please apply!