Security Operations Center Analyst

ZipRecruiter; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an L3 SOC Analyst to enhance security operations and protect critical assets. This role involves managing SIEM and EDR platforms, developing security playbooks, and providing expert consultancy. You will work in a dynamic environment with cutting-edge technologies, collaborating with industry experts to ensure compliance and security best practices. Join a team where your skills will have a direct impact on cybersecurity and operational success. If you are passionate about technology and security, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Share scheme

Parental leave support

Healthcare Cash Plan

Dental insurance

Gym membership options

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in SIEM/EDR platforms and cybersecurity investigations.
• Experience with Linux, Windows, firewalls, and networking technologies.

Responsibilities

• Implement security procedures aligning with policies and legal requirements.
• Provide security consultancy and ensure compliance with standards.
• Manage and maintain security policies for customer projects.

Skills

SIEM/EDR platforms

Cybersecurity investigations

Linux/Unix

Windows

Firewalls

Next-Gen Firewalls

TCP/IP

Operational Technology

SC clearance eligibility

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: L3 SOC Analyst

Salary: Up to £70,000

Location: Belfast, Hatfield or Sheffield (Hybrid – 3 days in office)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9-5pm

Role:

As an L3 SOC Analyst, you will provide expert technical support for complex network and cybersecurity deployments across key UK contracts. You will be responsible for managing SIEM and EDR platforms, developing security playbooks, and enhancing security operations. This role requires a strong understanding of IT infrastructure, operating systems, firewalls, and networking, along with deep cybersecurity expertise.

You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies, collaborate with industry experts, and play a key role in protecting critical assets. This position offers a dynamic and challenging environment where your skills will directly impact security operations and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Implement security procedures and processes that align with strategy, policies, and legal requirements.
• Provide security consultancy and advice to internal teams and external customers.
• Ensure security compliance with government and industry standards.
• Develop, manage, and maintain security policies, configurations, and functions for customer projects.
• Conduct integration testing for new services and document findings.
• Represent the team in meetings with key stakeholders.
• Support and maintain SIEM infrastructure, including applications and operating systems.
• Protect sensitive customer information and ensure security best practices are followed.

Skills/Must have:

• Strong expertise in supporting and designing SIEM/EDR platforms.
• Extensive experience in cybersecurity investigations and troubleshooting, including:
• Operating Systems: Linux/Unix, Windows
• Security Infrastructure: Firewalls, Next-Gen Firewalls, Network devices
• Cloud Platforms & Networking: TCP/IP, Operational Technology
• SC clearance eligibility.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and career growth opportunities.
• Pension scheme (5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution).
• Share scheme.
• Parental leave support, including maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave.
• Healthcare Cash Plan, dental insurance, and gym membership options.
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with the option to buy extra holiday.