Security Operations Center Analyst

ZipRecruiter; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a top employer as a SOC and Incident Response L3 consultant, working in a hybrid role focused on threat detection and incident management. You'll collaborate with teams to analyze alerts, respond to incidents, and improve SOC processes while enjoying a competitive benefits package that promotes health and wellness.

Benefits

Competitive salary packages

Pension

Healthcare

Life assurance

Laptops and mobiles

Extensive training resources

Qualifications

• Experience with alert and threat investigation.
• Experience in major incident response management.
• Proficiency in SOC operations (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Analyze data from various sources to identify threats.
• Perform investigations of alerts and incidents.
• Support MDR analysts with SIEM activities.
• Implement actions to contain and eliminate threats.
• Continuously monitor the threat landscape.

Skills

Alert and threat investigation

Incident response management

Risk mitigation

Communication

SOC operations

Job description

Job Description

If you need support in completing the application or if you require a different format of this document, please get in touch with [e-mail] or call TCS London Office number 02031552100 with the subject line: “Application Support Request”.

Role: SOC and Incident Response L3 consultant

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Leeds (Hybrid)

Number of hours: 40 hours per week – full time

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity as a SOC Analyst?

We have an exciting role for you - SOC and Incident Response L3 consultant.

Careers at TCS: It means more

TCS is a purpose-led transformation company, built on belief. We do not just help businesses to transform through technology. We support them in making a meaningful difference to the people and communities they serve - our clients include some of the biggest brands in the UK and worldwide. For you, it means more to make an impact that matters, through challenging projects which demand ambitious innovation and thought leadership.

• Build strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Gain access to endless learning opportunities.
• Work closely with the range of teams within the business to bring products to life.

The Role

As a SOC and Incident Response L3 consultant, you will work with the existing offshore team to support customers by monitoring alerts/threats received and leading in the event of cyber incidents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze data from various sources (endpoints, networks, logs) to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Perform in-depth investigations of alerts and incidents, determining their root cause, scope, and impact.
• Support MDR analysts in handling alerts and SIEM activities such as creating custom use-cases, log-source integration, and log parsing.
• Implement actions to contain and eliminate threats, restore systems, and minimize damage.
• Continuously monitor the threat landscape for emerging threats and attack tactics.
• Communicate with clients, internal teams, and vendors regarding security incidents and recommendations.
• Develop and improve SOC processes and training programs.
• Provide guidance on cyber defenses and cost-effective solutions.
• Utilize SOAR platforms to automate security processes, incident response, and threat detection.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation plans, including security controls and countermeasures.

Your Profile:

Essential knowledge/experience:

• Experience with alert and threat investigation.
• Experience in major incident response management.

Desirable skills/knowledge/experience:

• Proficiency in SOC operations.
• Knowledge of incident response procedures.

Rewards & Benefits

TCS is a top employer, offering competitive packages with pension, healthcare, life assurance, laptops, phones, and extensive training resources. We also support health and wellness initiatives and sponsor events like the London Marathon.

Inclusion & Accessibility

TCS UK&I is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds, including neurodiversity and physical abilities. We offer adjustments for applicants with disabilities or long-term conditions. Contact us at [e-mail] for support.

Beware of Fraudulent Offers

TCS does not ask for payments during recruitment and does not send offers from free email accounts. Report any suspicious activity to [e-mail].

Due to high application volume, we cannot respond to every applicant. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, your application was unsuccessful.

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