Senior SOC Analyst: Threat Hunting & Incident Lead (Hybrid)

InfoSec People Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 73,800 - 90,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Hybrid working model

Clear progression opportunities

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking an experienced Level 3 SOC Analyst to enhance its security capabilities. The role demands expertise in incident response, threat hunting, and the Microsoft security ecosystem, while collaborating with various teams to improve the SOC's effectiveness. This position offers a competitive salary up to £82,000 along with benefits like a performance bonus and hybrid working arrangements (1-3 days per week in London). Career progression opportunities are also substantial.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Level 3 / Senior SOC Analyst or equivalent role.
• Experience with the Microsoft security ecosystem (Sentinel, Defender, MDE).
• Experience in large‑scale or enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

• Act as the final escalation point for complex security alerts and incidents.
• Lead and coordinate incident response activities.
• Perform threat hunting and proactive investigations.

Skills

Incident response

Threat hunting

Microsoft security ecosystem

Scripting/automation (PowerShell, KQL, Python)

Analysis of attacker TTPs

Education

Relevant certifications (GCIA, GCED, GCIH, SC-200)

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Microsoft Security stack

Job description

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking an experienced Level 3 SOC Analyst to enhance its security capabilities. The role demands expertise in incident response, threat hunting, and the Microsoft security ecosystem, while collaborating with various teams to improve the SOC's effectiveness. This position offers a competitive salary up to £82,000 along with benefits like a performance bonus and hybrid working arrangements (1-3 days per week in London). Career progression opportunities are also substantial.