Senior SOC Analyst (Leeds)

Senior SOC Analyst

Leeds | 5 days onsite

Up to £60,000

A global leader in defence and security solutions is seeking a Senior SOC Analyst to take charge of security operations, incident management, and threat detection strategies. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SOC analyst to step into a leadership role and help protect critical systems from evolving cyber threats.

As a Senior SOC Analyst, you will be responsible for identifying, investigating, and mitigating security incidents in a high-stakes environment. You will work with a team of experts, leveraging advanced security technologies to safeguard national security interests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of SOC analysts in a high-security environment.
• Oversee real-time security monitoring and incident response activities.
• Investigate, triage, and manage security incidents using SIEM, EDR, and NDR tools.
• Coordinate threat intelligence integration to enhance detection capabilities.
• Develop and refine SOC processes to improve efficiency and resilience.

Requirements:

• 5+ years in Security Operations, with hands-on experience in incident response and threat analysis.
• Strong understanding of network security, TCP/IP protocols, and intrusion detection.
• Proficiency in Python and scripting for automation and security tooling.
• Experience with Splunk (ES) and/or Sentinel for log analysis and threat detection.
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS/Azure) and modern security architectures.
• Detailed knowledge of threat intelligence, TTPs, and adversary tracking.
• Must be a Sole British National (Born in UK)

Desirable:

• Cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISM, GCIA, or equivalent).
• Experience in cloud security monitoring and advanced analytics (UEBA).

The Package:

• £40,000 - £60,000 base
• Discretionary Bonus
• Pension
• Medical care

This is a key role within a high-stakes environment, offering the chance to shape security operations and lead a team against sophisticated cyber threats.

If you’re ready for the next step in your career, contact Anna-Jane Murphy at Anson McCade today.

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