SOC Analyst

BT Group; Taplow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global telecommunications provider seeks a skilled SOC Analyst to join its 24/7 Security Operations Centre in Maidenhead. The role involves real-time monitoring, incident response, and proactive threat hunting to ensure operational continuity. Ideal candidates will have experience in SOC environments and strong skills in incident detection and response. With a focus on professional development, this position offers a range of benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% on target bonus

BT Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits

World-class training

Enhanced women’s health support

24/7 private virtual GP appointments

2 weeks paid carer’s leave

Discounts on broadband and TV packages

Qualifications

• Experience working in a Security Operations Centre (SOC), with knowledge of attack vectors, tactics, and techniques.
• Hands-on experience in 1st line incident detection, threat hunting, and response.
• Strong ability to multi-task, prioritise tasks, and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills for documenting incidents and providing clear reports to management.

Responsibilities

• Operate within a 24/7 Security Operations Centre for real-time monitoring.
• Evaluate physical security concerns and implement support measures.
• Conduct threat detection and analysis to mitigate cyber threats.

Skills

Intrusion Detection & Analysis

Technical Reporting

Security Assessment

Access Control

Incident management

Job description

You’re joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission‑focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

Responsibilities

• Operate efficiently within a 24/7 Security Operations Centre, ensuring continuous real‑time monitoring and rapid incident response to safeguard operational continuity.
• Evaluate and address physical security concerns by analysing environmental metrics and implementing measures to support operational security.
• Support the deployment of IT, network, and security builds, ensuring effective integration and alignment with operational requirements.

Threat Detection & Response

• Take a proactive approach to threat hunting, thoroughly investigating incidents and resolving issues in alignment with SLAs.
• Analyse and correlate security alerts to detect and mitigate cyber threats, intrusions, and data breaches.
• Conduct in‑depth log and network analysis to uncover indicators of system compromise, unauthorised access, or malicious activity.

Essential Skills

• Intrusion Detection & Analysis
• Technical Reporting
• Security Assessment
• Access Control
• Incident management

We are seeking a skilled and proactive SOC Analyst to join our dynamic 24/7 Security Operations Centre team. In this role, you will play a vital part in safeguarding critical systems and ensuring continuous operations by identifying and addressing security threats in real time. You will also contribute to the development and optimisation of security tools to strengthen our defences against emerging threats. Collaborating closely with customers and operational teams, you will tackle vulnerabilities and incidents, ensuring operational resilience and reinforcing security measures in a fast‑paced environment.

Job Location & Working Conditions

This job role is based in Maidenhead. Onsite with client (5 days per week). Monday‑Friday 9am‑5pm.

You must be able to obtain DV MOD clearance in order to start this role. You will need to have lived in the UK for 10 years+ to obtain this.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience working in a Security Operations Centre (SOC), with knowledge of attack vectors, tactics, and techniques.
• Hands‑on experience in 1st line incident detection, threat hunting, and response.
• Strong ability to multi‑task, prioritise tasks, and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills for documenting incidents and providing clear reports to management.

About the Company

Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber‑attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good. Security is one of the fastest growing parts of our global organisation. We are protecting our networks from more than 6,500 cyber attacks each day, investing over £40m in research each year – and employing nearly 3,000 people, we’re also the largest private cyber employer in the UK. With incredible opportunities to learn, develop and grow your skills, we’ll invest in you, nurture your potential and shape your future – whatever your background or experience.

In today’s world, safe and secure digital connections have never been more vital. You’ll be joining a global company operating at the forefront of the information age: BT employs 90,000 people in 180 countries. With huge scale, we’re capable of achieving great things, striving to be personal, simple, and brilliant for our customers whilst creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Play your part. Make a difference. We are the Protectors.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary
• 10% on target bonus (Depending on country based)
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
• World‑class training and development opportunities
• From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks paid carer’s leave
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
• Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop