Security Operations Center Analyst

McNally Recruitment Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly capable SOC Shift Lead to oversee critical infrastructure in the Aerospace, Defence, and Security sectors. This role involves leading a team, mentoring analysts, and driving operational improvements in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment. You will be instrumental in protecting client systems and navigating complex cyber defence challenges. With a focus on continuous enhancement of SOC processes, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the cybersecurity landscape. Join a dynamic team and contribute to safeguarding vital operations while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits fund

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a SOC environment is critical.
• Strong familiarity with SIEM platforms is essential.
• Active DV Clearance is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and investigate security alerts across systems.
• Provide line management to SOC Analysts.
• Enhance team knowledge on SOC tooling and methodologies.

Skills

Security Operations Centre (SOC) experience

People management

SIEM platforms (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk)

Mitre Att&ck Framework knowledge

Client-server applications

Relational databases

Static malware analysis

Scripting (Python, Perl, Bash, PowerShell, C++)

Recognised certifications (CREST, Blue Team)

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Splunk

QRadar

Job description

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Location: Hemel Hempstead (On-site)

Shift Hours: 2 days (6am–6pm), 2 nights (6pm–6am), 4 days off

Security Clearance Level: Must be eligible for DV Clearance. Due to the highly secure nature of this work all applicants will be required to gain UK Security Clearance to the highest level. You must be a British National who has been resident in the UK for at least the last 10 years and you cannot have been outside the UK for more than 28 days on any one occasion within the last 5 years. Benefits: 25 days annual leave (option to purchase additional days), health cash plan, life assurance, pension scheme, and a generous flexible benefits fund

Key Requirements: We are seeking a highly capable SOC Shift Lead to support critical infrastructure within the Aerospace, Defence and Security sector. You will lead from the front—mentoring analysts, managing incident triage, and driving operational improvements in a mission-critical environment. This is a shift-based position, following a rotation of 2 days (6am–6pm), 2 nights (6pm–6am), 4 days off.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in a Security Operations Centre (SOC) environment
• Previous people management or line management experience
• Strong familiarity with SIEM platforms including Microsoft Sentinel and Splunk
• Knowledge and use of the Mitre Att&ck Framework for detection and threat analysis
• In-depth understanding of:
• Client-server applications and multi-tier web environments
• Relational databases, firewalls, VPNs, enterprise AntiVirus solutions
• Experience in static malware analysis and reverse engineering
• Active DV Clearance
• Scripting or programming with Python, Perl, Bash, PowerShell, or C++
• Recognised certifications such as CREST Practitioner Intrusion Analyst or Blue Team Level 1
• Familiarity with additional SIEM technologies, especially QRadar

Role & Responsibilities: As a SOC Shift Lead, you will ensure the smooth operation and continual enhancement of SOC processes and personnel. You will play a pivotal role in protecting client systems and guiding the team through sophisticated cyber defence challenges.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring, triaging, and investigating alerts across host and network security systems
• Performing deep analysis of traffic, logs, and system events to identify threats and vulnerabilities
• Providing line management to SOC Analysts—developing capability and supporting career progression
• Enhancing team knowledge across SOC tooling, detection methodologies, and threat triage
• Analysing and optimising detection rules and use cases based on Mitre Att&ck
• Maintaining detailed and up-to-date incident documentation, findings, and mitigation strategies
• Acting as a representative of the SOC in key meetings and internal stakeholder engagements
• Working shifts from the on-site SOC in Hemel Hempstead

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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