Senior SOC Analyst (DV Cleared)

Certes IT Service Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior SOC Analyst with DV clearance to join their security team in Milton Keynes. The role requires monitoring systems for cyber threats, responding to incidents, and optimising security tools. Essential skills include SPLUNK experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and a good understanding of networking concepts. This position offers a competitive rate of £600-£650 per day with a contract duration of 12 months. Applications are welcome from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Current security clearance to DV Level.
• Experience in a security operations centre.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring security tools for suspicious activity.
• Analysing alerts to classify and prioritise incidents.
• Executing containment actions for confirmed incidents.
• Creating detailed tickets and reports for incidents.
• Maintaining and optimising security tools.

Skills

Experience with SPLUNK in a SOC

Excellent problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Good understanding of networking concepts

Experience with Windows and Linux

Knowledge of cyber attack techniques

Cyber security certifications

Job description

Senior SOC Analyst (DV Cleared)

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Milton Keynes

Rate: £600-£650 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 security clearance to DV Level together with experience of SPLUNK within a security operations centre (SOC)
• Excellent problem solving abilities, attention to detail and the capacity to work under pressure and comfortable working within a team environment.
• Good understanding of networking concepts (TCP / IP, DNS etc.)
• Windows and Linux operating systems
• Common cyber attack techniques
• Any Cyber security certifications would be desirable.

Responsibilities include

• Monitor security tools, including Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, to detect suspicious activity.
• Analyse alerts and logs to determine if an event is a genuine security incident or a false positive; follow established procedures to classify and prioritise incidents.
• For confirmed incidents, perform initial containment actions, 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 the steps taken.
• Assist in the maintenance and optimisation of security tools to ensure they are working correctly and effectively.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please email your CV to:

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