SOC Analyst

Northwave Cyber Security; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern work equipment

25 vacation days

Pension scheme

Training opportunities

Team events

Job summary

Northwave Cyber Security is seeking a SOC Analyst to manage day‑to‑day security monitoring and first‑line incident handling within our SOC. You will handle alerts, service requests, and client calls, ensuring timely and high‑quality support.

In this role you will work in a fast‑paced security environment, collaborating with a diverse team to investigate incidents, perform vulnerability scans, and continuously improve SOC playbooks and documentation.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of IT networks, operating systems and security concepts.
• Experience in security operations or incident handling is a plus.
• Certifications such as SC-200 or CompTIA Security+ are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alarms and events from client environments to provide reports.
• Triage alerts based on playbooks, determine impact and urgency.
• Inform clients with clear guidance on next steps and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with SOC teammates for incidents outside existing playbooks.
• Handle security questions via email or phone.
• Perform vulnerability scans and support remediation follow‑ups.
• Assist other analysts as needed based on expertise.
• Continuously improve SOC processes and playbooks.

Skills

Strong English communication

Independent proactive work

IT basics

SOC/SIEM knowledge

Incident response

Vulnerability management

Industry certifications (SC-200, Sec+)

Tools

SIEM

Job description

About Northwave

From our head office in Utrecht, we have been providing 24*7 cybersecurity services for more than 17 years. In doing so, we not only look at the technology, but also at the human behavior within the organization and thus provide integrated security services. That's why

Job Description

About Northwave

From our head office in Utrecht, we have been providing 24*7 cybersecurity services for more than 17 years. In doing so, we not only look at the technology, but also at the human behavior within the organization and thus provide integrated security services. That's why

organizations that take their cyber security seriously like to work with us. We take the complexity of security management off their hands, leaving them in control. We are a fast-growing organization of 250+ employees, which is the market leader in the field of information security. Our 100% self-financed. European company is on a mission to make high-quality, integrated information security accessible to organizations that depend on their digital business. Northwave stands for diversity, inclusivity, quality and long-term relationships.

The Role

As a SOC Analyst, you are responsible for the day‑to‑day operational security monitoring and first‑line incident handling within our Security Operations Center (SOC). You handle incoming security alerts, service requests, and calls from our customers, ensuring timely and high‑quality support.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alarms and events from client environments to provide comprehensive reports..
• Triage alerts based on established procedures and playbooks, determining impact and urgency.
• Decide when and how to inform clients, providing clear guidance on next steps and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with other SOC team members when incidents fall outside existing playbooks.
• Handle security‑related questions received via email or phone.
• Perform regular vulnerability scans and support remediation follow‑up.
• Support other analysts, as needed, based on your expertise and experience.
• Continuously suggest and implement improvements to SOC processes and playbooks.

What You Enjoy

• Working in a challenging, fast‑paced security environment.
• Collaborating in a team where fun and professionalism go hand in hand.
• Investigating and analysing security incidents and suspicious activity.
• Continuously improving processes, documentation, and playbooks.
• Informing and advising clients about their security risks in a clear way.
• Learning more about SOC operations and cyber security in general.

Job Requirements

• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• An independent, well‑structured, and proactive way of working.
• General knowledge of IT (networks, operating systems, basic security concepts).
• Preferably some knowledge of IT security (e.g. SOC, SIEM, incident response, vulnerability management).
• Nice to have: industry certifications such as SC‑200, CompTIA Security+, or similar.

What We Offer

• A market competitive salary based on your skills and experience
• Modern work equipment (e.g. macbook, iphone, and other relevant tools).
• 25 vacation days (based on full‑time employment).
• A robust pension scheme.
• Company‑wide courses and individual training opportunities to support your development and certifications.
• A growing community of security professionals to work with and learn from.
• Regular team events and company gatherings.

About The Team

You will join a diverse and enthusiastic SOC Operations team, working closely with security analysts from various technical and cultural backgrounds. The environment offers strong collaboration, knowledge sharing, and exposure to multiple IT security disciplines, helping you continuously develop your expertise in cyber security and SOC operations.