Security Operations Center Analyst

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

Job summary

A leading infrastructure client in Portsmouth is seeking a Security Operations Center Analyst to enhance cybersecurity across the organization. The successful candidate will manage security systems, respond to incidents, and support IT projects, requiring strong IT background and recognized security qualifications. This onsite role demands flexibility and collaboration across various teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT/security roles required.
• Recognized security qualification is essential.
• Strong IT background with hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Deploying and maintaining core security tools and controls.
• Monitoring systems and responding to incidents.
• Collaborating with teams across IT and operations.

Skills

IT/security roles

Security tools

Communication

Self-management

ISMS

NIS

GDPR

ITIL

Education

CISMP

GSEC

Level 4+ apprenticeship

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Security Operations Center Analyst, portsmouth, hampshire

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Location:

portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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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!