Senior SOC Analyst (DV Cleared)

Certes Computing Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A government IT service provider is seeking a Senior SOC Analyst (DV Cleared) to join their security team in Milton Keynes for a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will monitor security systems, detect and manage incidents, and ensure effective tools maintenance. Essential skills include current DV Level security clearance and experience with SPLUNK in a SOC. This role requires excellent problem-solving abilities, an understanding of networking, and experience with Windows and Linux operating systems. The standard rate is GBP600–GBP650 per day, inside IR35.

Qualifications

• Current DV Level security clearance is essential.
• Experience with SPLUNK in a Security Operations Centre is required.
• Ability to work under pressure in a team environment is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems for suspicious activity.
• Analyse alerts and logs to classify incidents accurately.
• Perform initial containment actions for confirmed security incidents.
• Create detailed tickets and reports for detected incidents.
• Assist in the maintenance and optimisation of security tools.

Skills

Current DV Level security clearance

Experience with SPLUNK within a Security Operations Centre (SOC)

Excellent problem solving abilities

Attention to detail

Capacity to work under pressure

Understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS etc)

Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems

Knowledge of common cyber‑attack techniques

Cyber security certifications (desirable)

Job description

Senior SOC Analyst (DV Cleared)

Duration: 12 Months
Location: Milton Keynes
Rate: GBP600–GBP650 per day
IR35 Status: Inside
Start: ASAP

A Senior SOC Analyst (DV Cleared) is required for our Government client to be part of their security team providing a 24x7 service helping to protect the organisation from cyber threats. You will be part of a 24x7 team responsible for monitoring their systems, detecting potential security incidents and initiating the incident response process.

Essential skills & experience required

• Current DV Level security clearance
• Experience with SPLUNK within a Security Operations Centre (SOC)
• Excellent problem solving abilities, attention to detail, capacity to work under pressure and comfortable working within a team environment
• Understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS etc)
• Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems
• Knowledge of common cyber‑attack techniques
• Any cyber security certifications are desirable

Responsibilities include

• Monitor security tools, including Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, to detect suspicious activity
• Analyse alerts and logs to determine whether an event is a genuine security incident or a false positive, following established procedures to classify and prioritise incidents
• Perform initial containment actions for confirmed incidents, such as isolating affected systems, and escalating the incident to a Level 2 or 3 analyst for deeper investigation
• Create detailed tickets and reports for all detected incidents, documenting findings and steps taken for tracking and future analysis
• Assist in the maintenance and optimisation of security tools, ensuring they are working correctly and effectively

To apply for this role please email your CV to: (see below)

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