SOC Operator - Incident Response & Monitoring (Flexible)

Travis Perkins plc; Northampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Travis Perkins plc is seeking a Security Operations Centre (SOC) Operator based at our Northampton Head Office. The role involves monitoring security systems, triaging alerts, and assisting in incident response to protect information assets.

The ideal candidate will have a CCTV license (SIA), strong analytical skills, and the ability to follow procedures within a fast-paced environment. A flexible schedule and team-oriented mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Essential: excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible with working hours.
• SIA CCTV license is required.
• Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of Windows/Linux/Google operating systems.
• Proficiency with common office software.

Responsibilities

• Monitor SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR and other security platforms for alerts.
• Triage alerts to determine validity, severity and potential impact.
• Participate in initial incident response following playbooks.
• Escalate high-severity events to Field Management.
• Document all security events and actions taken.
• Communicate updates to stakeholders using clear language.
• Contribute to SOC documentation and SOPs.
• Support continuous improvement of SOC processes and tools.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Flexible hours

Communication

Teamwork

OS familiarity

Office apps

Education

SIA CCTV license

CompTIA Security+ or equivalent

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

EDR tools

Ticketing systems

Job description

Travis Perkins plc is seeking a Security Operations Centre (SOC) Operator based at our Northampton Head Office. The role involves monitoring security systems, triaging alerts, and assisting in incident response to protect information assets.

The ideal candidate will have a CCTV license (SIA), strong analytical skills, and the ability to follow procedures within a fast-paced environment. A flexible schedule and team-oriented mindset are essential.