Lead SOC Analyst

SOC Shift Lead – Cyber Defence & Security OperationsLocation: On-site, Hemel HempsteadSecurity Clearance: DV Clearance required or eligibility to obtainShifts: 2 Days (6AM–6PM), 2 Nights (6PM–6AM), 4 Days OffIm looking for an experienced SOC Shift Lead to join our expanding Cyber Security Operations Centre (SOC) team. This is a leadership role with responsibility for SOC operations, threat detection, and incident response within a high-profile Defence and National Security environment. You will oversee shift operations, lead a team of SOC analysts, and play a key role in safeguarding critical infrastructure.As the SOC Shift Leader you will:

• Lead and manage SOC operations across shift patterns, ensuring effective threat detection and incident response.
• Monitor network traffic, logs, and system events to identify, investigate, and respond to cyber threats.
• Mentor, coach, and develop SOC analysts, supporting their growth within the Cyber Defence team.
• Enhance detection rules, optimise SOC tools (including Microsoft Sentinel and Splunk), and refine processes using frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK.
• Act as the point of contact for stakeholders, representing the SOC during security incidents and operational reviews.

If your SOC skillset includes:

• Proven SOC leadership experience with hands-on involvement in cyber threat analysis, monitoring, and response.
• Strong understanding of SOC tools and technologies, including Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, and enterprise security platforms.
• Knowledge of networking and security fundamentals (TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs).
• Experience leading SOC teams in high-pressure environments with shifting priorities.

Desirable:

• DV Clearance (or the ability to obtain it).
• Malware analysis, reverse engineering, or scripting experience (Python, PowerShell, Bash, Perl, C++).
• Recognised SOC certifications (CREST Practitioner, Blue Team Level 1, or similar).

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SOC Lead or Shift Lead to take their career to the next level in a secure and fast-growing environmentIf you are interested please apply ASAP. The People Network is an employment agency and will respond to all applicants within three - five working days. If you do not hear within these timescales please feel free to get in touch.