Security Operations Center Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a SOC Analyst Level 3 in Bolton for a dynamic cybersecurity team. The role focuses on proactive threat detection and incident response, ideal for senior professionals. Join a fast-paced environment that offers growth and the potential for contract extension.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in cybersecurity, 2+ years at SOC Level 3 or senior analyst level.
• Experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Office 365.
• Proficient in threat hunting and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigation and resolution of high-severity security incidents.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting and develop analytic rules.
• Mentor junior SOC analysts and maintain incident response processes.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Microsoft Sentinel

Incident Handling

Threat Intelligence

Digital Forensics

Tools

Microsoft Defender

KQL

MITRE ATT&CK

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Client:

Queen Square Recruitment

Location:

bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a leading global consultancy, is partnering with a prestigious end client based in Manchester. We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a talented SOC Analyst - L3 to join a dynamic and agile development team on an initial 6 months contract, with the potential for extension.

If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further.

Job Title: SOC Analyst – Level 3

Location: Manchester, UK (Hybrid – minimum 3 days on-site per week)

Contract Type: Contract (6 months)

Day Rate: Inside IR35 (Flexible)

About the Role

A leading organisation is looking for an experienced SOC Analyst (Level 3) to join its cybersecurity operations team. This role is ideal for senior professionals who thrive in high-stakes environments and enjoy working on proactive threat detection, incident response, and advanced security automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the investigation and resolution of high-severity security incidents
• Conduct proactive threat hunting using Microsoft Sentinel and the Defender suite
• Develop and fine-tune analytic rules, detection use-cases, and automation playbooks
• Perform deep-dive analysis on malware, phishing, and lateral movement threats
• Correlate events across diverse log sources and technologies
• Collaborate with engineering teams to optimise Microsoft security tool integration
• Mentor junior SOC analysts and contribute to internal knowledge sharing
• Maintain and enhance incident response processes and documentation
• Produce regular SOC performance reports and threat intelligence summaries

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years in cybersecurity, with 2+ years at SOC Level 3 or senior analyst level
• Expertise in Microsoft Sentinel (KQL, custom rules, automation, dashboards)
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Identity, and Office 365
• Proficient in handling incidents aligned with MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Solid understanding of Windows and Linux systems, networking, and endpoint security
• Skilled in digital forensics, threat intelligence, and advanced incident handling
• Familiarity with SOAR platforms and automated workflows

Nice to Have:

• Experience supporting SOC environments in the retail or FMCG sector
• Background in major incident response and recovery