Security Operations Center Analyst

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

Job summary

A leading logistics client in the UK is seeking a Security Operations Center Analyst based in Chelmsford. This role involves enhancing cyber and infrastructure security, managing security systems, and responding to threats. Candidates should have a strong IT background, relevant security qualifications, and a minimum of 5 years' experience in security roles. Flexibility to travel within the UK is also required, with onsite presence needed three days a week.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT/security roles.
• Strong IT background with security tools experience.
• Familiarity with ISMS, NIS, GDPR, and ITIL frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Deploying and maintaining core security tools and controls.
• Monitoring systems and responding to incidents.
• Managing firewalls and cloud security platforms.

Skills

Communication

Self-management

IT security knowledge

Flexibility to travel

Education

CISMP

GSEC

Level 4+ apprenticeship

Tools

Security tools

Firewalls

Antivirus

Encryption platforms

Cloud security platforms

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Location: Chelmsford

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Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

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!