Senior SOC Analyst: Detect, Contain & Improve Security Ops

Pearson; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global education company in Greater London is seeking an experienced Security Operations Center (SOC) analyst to enhance their security operations. The successful candidate will identify and contain security events, investigate root causes and improve processes using AI. Strong communication skills and a SANS GCIH certification are required. This full-time role offers a chance to engage in a collaborative environment and mitigate emerging risks in security.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience working in a Security Operations role.
• Ability to multitask, adapt and thrive within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify, triage and contain security events, using automation and AI.
• Perform in-depth investigation into the root cause of issues.
• Identify new detection opportunities and refine existing playbooks.
• Implement and improve security processes and procedures within the SOC.
• Engage in a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Analyze threat intelligence to mitigate emerging risks.

Skills

Fundamental security concepts

SOAR

EDR

NDR

SIEM technologies

Cloud Service Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

SANS GCIH certification or equivalent

Job description

A global education company in Greater London is seeking an experienced Security Operations Center (SOC) analyst to enhance their security operations. The successful candidate will identify and contain security events, investigate root causes and improve processes using AI. Strong communication skills and a SANS GCIH certification are required. This full-time role offers a chance to engage in a collaborative environment and mitigate emerging risks in security.