Security Operations Center Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK infrastructure client is seeking a Security Operations Center Analyst to enhance their cyber security framework. This role involves managing security systems, responding to threats, and collaborating with various teams across IT and operations. Candidates should have significant experience in IT/security roles and relevant security qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT/security roles
• Strong hands-on experience with security tools
• Flexibility to travel across the UK

Responsibilities

• Deploying and maintaining core security tools and controls
• Monitoring systems and responding to incidents
• Supporting audits, risk assessments, and compliance efforts
• Managing firewalls, antivirus, encryption, and cloud security

Skills

Strong IT background

Excellent communication skills

Self-management skills

Familiarity with ISMS

Familiarity with NIS

Familiarity with GDPR

Familiarity with ITIL

Education

Recognised security qualification (CISMP, GSEC, or Level 4+ apprenticeship)

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birmingham, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

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!