SOC Analyst - Tier 1

Overview

In this Tier 1 SOC Analyst role you monitor and respond to security events in real time, acting as the first line of defence. You will work with security tools to triage incidents and support SOC growth as a Service. The role offers a development path in cybersecurity with exposure to leading tools and incident handling. You will join a security operations team that supports public-sector clients and new private-sector work, contributing to safer digital services.

Pay / Benefits

• Autonomy to develop and grow skills
• Flexible Working – home working and part time
• Pension – Salary Exchange Scheme with employer/employee contributions
• Private Medical Insurance for employee and dependants
• Life Assurance – 4x base salary
• Discretionary Company Bonus – based on performance

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from Microsoft Defender, SIEM and other security tools
• Perform initial triage and analysis of security incidents
• Escalate verified incidents to Tier 2/3 analysts as needed
• Document incidents, investigations, and response actions in ticketing systems
• Assist in the maintenance and tuning of SOC tools and technologies
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for incident response
• Participate in shift rotations, including nights and weekends if required
• Support Growth of our SOC as a Service capability
• Stay current on cybersecurity trends and threat intelligence

Key requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls)
• Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, antivirus, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Ability to support out of hours service delivery (paid)

• Analytical thinking
• Clear communication
• Team collaboration
• Microsoft Defender
• SIEM
• antivirus

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