SOC Cyber Security Engineer - Threat Response & Monitoring

Cantium Business Solutions; West Malling; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave, plus birthday off

Life assurance cover (4x salary)

Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution

Retail and gym discounts

Health cash plan

Tailored learning and development support

Job summary

A leading UK-based technology firm in West Malling is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to strengthen its cyber security posture. You will lead proactive security efforts, act on security alerts, and collaborate within a SOC. Applicants should have 2-5 years' experience, proficiency in Microsoft Security Suite, and a solid understanding of cyber threats. Competitive salary up to £60,000 and various benefits offered.

Qualifications

• At least 2–5 years’ experience in Cyber Security engineering within a SOC.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Security Suite and Darktrace.
• Strong knowledge of threat modelling and security monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Act on security alerts and incidents to reduce risk.
• Diagnose and investigate security incidents.
• Support vulnerability management and threat analysis.

Skills

Cyber Security engineering experience

Proficiency with Microsoft Security Suite

Understanding of cyber threats

Knowledge of threat modelling

Excellent communication skills

Industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH)

Tools

Microsoft E5

Sentinel

Darktrace

Job description

A leading UK-based technology firm in West Malling is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to strengthen its cyber security posture. You will lead proactive security efforts, act on security alerts, and collaborate within a SOC. Applicants should have 2-5 years' experience, proficiency in Microsoft Security Suite, and a solid understanding of cyber threats. Competitive salary up to £60,000 and various benefits offered.