SOC Analyst L3

Avance Consulting; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a SOC Level 3 SME in Manchester. This role involves leading investigations of critical security incidents, developing analytic tools in Microsoft Sentinel, and mentoring junior analysts. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in cybersecurity, particularly within the retail and FMCG sectors, and will demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in cybersecurity, with 2+ years in a SOC Level 3 or equivalent role.
• Expertise in Microsoft Sentinel (KQL, custom rules, automation).
• Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK and threat intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations and response for high-severity security incidents.
• Conduct threat hunting using Microsoft Sentinel.
• Mentor junior SOC analysts and enhance incident response procedures.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Microsoft Sentinel

Incident response

Threat hunting

Digital forensics

Windows security

Linux security

Network security fundamentals

Tools

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

SOAR platforms

Job description

As a SOC Level 3 SME, you will be part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team to identify, triage, recover, and resolve critical security incidents.

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.
• Experience in running SOC in Retail and FMCG Business Domain.

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