Security Operations Center Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure client in the UK is looking for a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to enhance cyber and infrastructure security. The ideal candidate will manage security systems, respond to threats, and support IT projects while collaborating across teams. This hybrid role requires on-site presence in Southampton three days a week.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deploying and maintaining security tools and controls.
• Monitoring systems and responding to incidents and vulnerabilities.
• Supporting audits, risk assessments, and compliance.

Skills

Incident response

Threat monitoring

Security tools management

IT communication

Education

CISMP

GSEC

Level 4+ apprenticeship

Job description

Security Operations Center Analyst, Gloucester

This role is with one of the UK’s leading infrastructure clients, seeking a SOC Analyst to enhance cyber and infrastructure security across their organization.

The Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst will be responsible for managing security systems, responding to threats, and supporting IT projects.

• Deploying and maintaining security tools and controls
• Monitoring systems and responding to incidents and vulnerabilities
• Supporting audits, risk assessments, and compliance
• Managing firewalls, antivirus, encryption, and cloud security platforms
• Collaborating with IT, operations, and third-party teams

Requirements include:

• 5+ years in IT/security roles
• Recognized security qualification (CISMP, GSEC, or Level 4+ apprenticeship)
• Strong IT background and hands-on experience with security tools
• Excellent communication and self-management skills
• Willingness to travel across the UK
• Familiarity with ISMS, NIS, GDPR, and ITIL frameworks
• Experience in engineering, operations, or finance environments

This role requires onsite presence in Southampton 3 days per week.

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