Security Operations Center Analyst

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

Job summary

A leading UK infrastructure client seeks a SOC Analyst to enhance cyber and infrastructure security. This role involves managing security systems, responding to incidents, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate will possess significant IT experience and recognized security qualifications, while working onsite three days a week.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT/security roles.
• Recognized security qualification required.
• Hands-on experience with security tools.

Responsibilities

• Deploying and maintaining core security tools and controls.
• Monitoring systems and responding to incidents.
• Supporting audits and compliance efforts.
• Managing firewalls and antivirus systems.

Skills

Communication

Self-management

IT Security Tools

Risk Assessment

Incident Response

Education

CISMP

GSEC

Level 4+ apprenticeship

Job description

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coventry, 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!