SOC Incident Analyst

Role:

We are working with a growing Cyber Security organisation who are looking to hire a SOC Incident Analyst into their team. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced Security Operations environment where you will be responsible for monitoring, triaging, and responding to security incidents across a range of client environments. You’ll be joining a business where you can gain exposure to real-world security incidents, develop your technical skills across modern security tooling, and progress within a structured SOC environment. If you’re looking for a role with strong technical development, variety, and clear progression, this is a great opportunity.

Responsibilities:

Monitor and respond to security alerts across SIEM and security tooling

Investigate and triage security incidents, escalating where required

Perform initial analysis to identify threats and potential impact

Support incident response activities including containment and remediation

Work with internal teams to resolve security issues

Maintain accurate documentation of incidents and actions taken

Contribute to improving detection rules and SOC processes

Follow established playbooks and escalation procedures

Skills/Must have:

Experience working in a SOC or security-focused role

Understanding of cyber security threats and attack techniques

Hands-on experience with SIEM or security monitoring tools

Basic networking knowledge (TCP/IP, firewalls, DNS)

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, shift-based environment

Good communication skills

Benefits:

Strong technical development within a SOC environment

Exposure to real-world security incidents

Clear progression into Tier 2 and senior roles

Collaborative and fast-paced team environment

Ongoing training and development

Salary:

£40,000 - £50,000 base salary