Soc Analyst

LA International; East Kilbride, Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A security analysis firm is seeking a Soc Analyst based in East Kilbride. The candidate will monitor security tools and respond to suspicious activities, requiring SC clearance. Responsibilities include incident triage and initial response while providing support to junior team members. Experience with SPLUNK in a Security Operations Centre is essential. This role is urgent with a 12-month duration, and interested applicants should be willing to undergo a security clearance process.

Qualifications

• Experience of using SPLUNK for security monitoring.
• Willingness to participate in the security clearance process.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security tools, including SIEM systems for suspicious activity.
• Analyse alerts to determine genuine security incidents.
• Perform initial containment actions for confirmed incidents.
• Create detailed tickets and reports for all detected incidents.
• Provide direction to junior shift members.
• Assist in maintenance and optimisation of security tools.

Skills

Experience of SPLUNK within a Security Operations Centre (SOC)

Job description

Role Information

• Role: Soc Analyst
• Rate: Inside IR35
• Location: Full time onsite in either Milton Keynes or East Kilbride
• Duration: 12 months
• SC clearance required + willing to go through higher clearance

Key Responsibilities

• Continuous Monitoring: Monitor security tools, including SIEM systems, to detect suspicious activity and respond according to defined processes.
• Incident Triage: Analyse alerts and logs to determine if an event is a genuine security incident or a false positive.
• Initial Incident Response: For confirmed incidents, perform initial containment actions, such as isolating affected systems, and escalating the incident to a Level 2 or 3 analyst.
• Reporting and Documentation: Create detailed tickets and reports for all detected incidents, documenting findings and steps taken.
• Managing: Provide direction and support to junior shift members and handover to next shift leader.
• Tool Management: Assist in maintenance and optimisation of security tools.

Qualifications

• Experience of SPLUNK within a Security Operations Centre (SOC).
• Willingness to participate in security clearance process, which may take a minimum of 10 weeks.

EEO Statement

LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

Additional Notes

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply.