SOC Analyst

Whitehall Resources; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm requires an experienced SOC Analyst to join their team in Manchester. The candidate will lead high-severity security incident investigations and conduct proactive threat hunting. This hybrid role offers an opportunity to work with Microsoft Sentinel and contribute to incident response processes. Candidates should possess extensive experience in cybersecurity, particularly with Microsoft security tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in cybersecurity, including 2+ in SOC Level 3.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel.
• Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations for high-severity security incidents.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting using Microsoft Sentinel.
• Mentor junior SOC analysts and support training.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Incident Response

Threat Hunting

Digital Forensics

Microsoft Sentinel

Analytical Skills

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Defender

SOAR Platforms

Job description

SOC Analyst (BBBH63931) Manchester, England

SOC Analyst

Whitehall Resources currently require an experienced SOC Analyst to work with a key client based in Manchester

**Please note this is a hybrid position and will require 3 Days onsite in Manchester weekly and also falls INSIDE IR35**

Your responsibilities:
• Lead investigations and response efforts for high-severity security incidents.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting using Microsoft Sentinel and Defender suite.
• Develop and fine-tune analytic rules, workbooks, and automation playbooks in Sentinel.
• Perform deep-dive analysis of malware, phishing, and lateral movement techniques.
• Correlate and analyze security events across diverse data sources.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize Microsoft security tool integrations.
• Mentor junior SOC analysts and contribute to training initiatives.
• Maintain and improve incident response procedures and documentation.
• Deliver reports and dashboards on SOC performance and threat trends.

Essential skills/knowledge/experience:
• 5+ years in cybersecurity, including 2+ years in a SOC Level 3 or equivalent role.
• Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Sentinel (KQL, custom rules, automation).
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Identity, and Office 365.
• Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, threat intelligence, and TTPs.
• Proficient in Windows, Linux, and network security fundamentals.
• Skilled in incident response, digital forensics, and threat hunting.
• Experience with SOAR platforms and automated workflows.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and documentation skills.

Desirable skills/knowledge/experience:
• Experience in running SOC in Retail and FMCG Business Domain
• Experience in Major incident recovery

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