Security Operations Center Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company is seeking an experienced IT SOC Analyst to manage security incidents in a fast-paced Microsoft environment. This role involves monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events while collaborating with technical teams to improve the organization's security posture. The position offers a competitive salary, essential benefits, and a hybrid work arrangement starting in June 2025.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a SOC environment managing incidents.
• Deep expertise in Microsoft security tools.
• Demonstrated incident detection and remediation experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to security events within the SOC.
• Identify and mitigate security threats.
• Collaborate on enhancing security posture.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH)

Tools

Microsoft Defender

Azure Security

SIEM / SOAR

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itecopeople

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Experienced IT SOC Analyst

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled IT SOC Analyst to join a large, complex technical environment starting in June 2025. This role requires an individual who thrives in a fast-paced setting and has substantial expertise in managing a high volume of security incidents within a Microsoft security technical environment. This is an interesting opportunity to contribute to a high-profile project in a dynamic and challenging technical environment. You will work alongside talented professionals and make a significant impact on the organisation's security operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor, analyse, and respond to security events and incidents within the organisation's SOC environment.
• Identify, investigate, and mitigate potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Provide expert-level incident handling and contribute to continuous improvement of incident response processes.
• Collaborate with technical teams to enhance the organisation's overall security posture.
• Generate reports on security incidents, trends, and system performance for key stakeholders.
• Proactively recommend security enhancements and best practices specific to Microsoft security tools and systems.

Details

• Salary: c£52,000 - £58,500 per annum based on experience.
• Note: This permanent position requires a hybrid work arrangement with two days a week in London. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience working in a Security Operations Centre (SOC) environment, managing high volumes of incidents.
• Deep technical expertise in Microsoft security tools and solutions, including but not limited to Microsoft Defender, E5/A5, Sentinel, and Azure Security.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Demonstrated experience in incident detection, triage, containment, and remediation.
• Knowledge of security frameworks, such as NIST, ISO 27001, or similar.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical details to diverse audiences.
• Previous experience in SIEM / SOAR within large-scale, complex environments.
• Familiarity with other security tools and technologies.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals) a plus.

If you are a seasoned SOC Analyst with a proven track record in Microsoft security technologies and are available to start in c June 2025, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

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