SOC Analyst - CrowdStrike - Manchester

Circle Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated SOC Analyst to enhance their UK cybersecurity team. This full-time role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a vibrant office environment. You'll be responsible for hands-on detection and response to security incidents, collaborating with a diverse team across the globe. This position promises excellent growth opportunities within a supportive and dynamic setting, ensuring a balanced work-life experience without night shifts or weekend duties. If you're ready to take your cybersecurity career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Referral Bonuses

Incentives for Successful Referrals

Qualifications

• 2+ years as a security operations analyst in a cloud environment.
• Strong experience with CrowdStrike and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Detect and respond to security incidents using SIEM tools.
• Develop and maintain SOC playbooks and security policies.

Skills

CrowdStrike

SIEM

SOAR

Vulnerability Management

Networking

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Cybersecurity Certifications

Education

Relevant Cybersecurity Certifications

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and experienced SOC Analyst with CrowdStrike knowledge to join our global client's new UK cybersecurity team. Experience in developing SOC playbooks and cloud environments would be highly advantageous.

Skills & Experience Required:

• 2+ years of experience as a security operations/information security analyst within a cloud environment
• Strong CrowdStrike experience
• Experience with SIEM, SOAR, and vulnerability management tools
• Experience advising on security best practices and developing SOC playbooks
• Networking and infrastructure experience, including Firewalls and IDS/IPS
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications are preferred

Role Overview:

This role involves detect and response duties in-house and consulting on security with external clients, including government entities, within a security-as-a-service environment. You will collaborate with onsite colleagues in Manchester and an international security team across America and EMEA, with 24/7 SOC support, ensuring no night shifts or weekend work.

This is a full-time onsite role based in their new UK headquarters in Manchester, requiring attendance 4-5 days a week. You will work in a vibrant office alongside forward-thinking technical professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hands-on detection, investigation, and response to security incidents using SIEM and other tools, including forensic analysis
• Analyze emerging threats, recommend mitigation strategies, and develop resolution plans
• Ensure compliance with standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, and GDPR
• Assist in developing and maintaining SOC playbooks, security policies, and best practices

The starting salary is up to £60,000, dependent on experience. If you're eager to join a global technology leader working on diverse projects with excellent growth opportunities, please click 'Apply Now' or send your CV to [e-mail].

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