Security Operations Center Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK infrastructure client seeks an experienced Security Operations Center Analyst in Maidstone. The role demands managing security systems, deploying core tools, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years in security roles and relevant qualifications, along with excellent management skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT/security roles required.
• Strong IT background with hands-on experience in security tools.
• Flexibility to travel to sites across the UK.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Incident Response

Monitoring Systems

Communication

Self-management

Education

CISMP

GSEC

Level 4+ apprenticeship

Tools

Security Tools

Firewalls

Antivirus

Encryption

Cloud Security Platforms

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Location: Maidstone, United Kingdom

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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!