SOC Analyst — Cybersecurity & SIEM Expert

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Wynyard; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and mining manufacturer based in Wynyard is seeking a Security Operations Center Analyst to monitor and investigate security alerts. You will collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams, analyze threats, and ensure the safety of the global network. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, IT experience, and relevant security tools proficiency. This role offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, including health and retirement plans.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plan

Career Development

Responsibilities

• Monitor security information and event management (SIEM) systems for security alerts.
• Investigate alerts with various security tools.
• Analyze and triage security alerts, escalating, as necessary.
• Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to contain and remediate threats.
• Monitor the Phishing inbox, investigate and respond to all reported emails.

Skills

SOC or equivalent experience

Experience within IT

Experience with SIEM or similar solutions

Proficiency in PowerShell, Python, SQL

Critical thinking skills

Knowledge of Cyber Security Kill Chain

Understanding of penetration testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience

Tools

SIEM systems

Splunk

IDS

EDR

Vulnerability Scanner

Job description

A leading construction and mining manufacturer based in Wynyard is seeking a Security Operations Center Analyst to monitor and investigate security alerts. You will collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams, analyze threats, and ensure the safety of the global network. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, IT experience, and relevant security tools proficiency. This role offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, including health and retirement plans.