Security Operations Center Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK infrastructure client is seeking a skilled SOC Analyst. This role involves managing and enhancing security systems, responding to cyber threats, and collaborating across business functions. With a focus on ensuring robust infrastructure security, it's a great opportunity for experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT/security roles.
• Recognised security qualification (CISMP, GSEC or Level 4+ apprenticeship).
• Strong IT background and hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Deploying and maintaining core security tools and controls.
• Monitoring systems and responding to incidents and vulnerabilities.
• Managing firewalls, antivirus, encryption, and cloud security platforms.

Skills

Security tools

Incident response

Communication

Self-management

Risk assessment

Education

CISMP qualification

GSEC

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preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

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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!