Security Operations Center Analyst

Reading Source: WhatJobs
£50,000–£70,000

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Contract – 6 Months

Are you a seasoned SOC Analyst ready to lead complex investigations and respond to cyber threats across enterprise environments? We're hiring a Level 2 SOC Analyst to join a cutting-edge security operations team, leveraging tools like Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, CrowdStrike, Defender , and more.

As a Tier 2 Analyst, you will handle escalations, perform threat hunting, forensic analysis, and collaborate with internal teams to strengthen cyber defense.

Key Technologies You'll Use:

Responsibilities:

  • Lead Tier 2 incident investigations and manage escalations
  • Hunt for threats proactively using threat intel and behavior analytics
  • Perform forensic analysis and malware assessments
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to improve detection & response
  • Create detailed reports and post-incident reviews

Requirements:

  • 6–8+ years in cybersecurity, preferably in SOC
  • Hands-on experience with modern SIEMs & EDR
  • Solid forensic and malware analysis skills
  • Strong scripting for automation (Python, PowerShell)
  • Relevant certs preferred (CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, GCIA)

Location: Hybrid – 2 days onsite in Reading

Duration: 6 months (likely extension)

Apply now if you're ready to work with an elite security team and expand your cybersecurity impact.

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