Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Training opportunities

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a vigilant SOC Analyst to join the security team on a hybrid schedule. You will monitor security alerts, detect threats, and respond to incidents in real-time using SIEM and related tools. The role requires 1-3 years in security operations, with strong analytical skills and the ability to work under pressure.

You will collaborate with IT teams to implement remediation actions, refine monitoring procedures, and document findings for continual security improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in a security operations or similar role.
• Familiarity with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) and security monitoring tools.
• Understanding of common network protocols, operating systems, and cyber threats .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work shifts if required and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security solutions.
• Analyze security incidents, determine their scope and impact, and initiate appropriate response actions.
• Investigate suspicious activities and perform forensic analysis when necessary.
• Develop and refine detection rules and security monitoring procedures.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement remediation actions and enhance security controls.
• Document security incidents, analysis findings, and response efforts accurately.

Skills

SIEM platforms

Incident response

Threat detection

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

Job description

Our client is looking for a vigilant Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to join their security team, working a hybrid schedule from their Randburg office. In this critical role, you will be responsible for monitoring security alerts, detecting threats, and responding to security incidents in real-time. You will work with advanced Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools and other security technologies to protect the organization's network and systems. This position is essential for maintaining a strong security posture and mitigating risks in a dynamic threat environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security solutions.
• Analyze security incidents, determine their scope and impact, and initiate appropriate response actions.
• Investigate suspicious activities and perform forensic analysis when necessary.
• Develop and refine detection rules and security monitoring procedures.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement remediation actions and enhance security controls.
• Document security incidents, analysis findings, and response efforts accurately.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in a security operations or similar role.
• Familiarity with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) and security monitoring tools.
• Understanding of common network protocols, operating systems, and cyber threats .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work shifts if required and under pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and shift allowances where applicable.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Hybrid work model providing a balance between office and remote work.
• Paid training opportunities to enhance cybersecurity skills .
• A dynamic and collaborative SOC environment.