SOC Analyst

Contract or Perm

Farnborough

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a small team of Analysts delivering SOC services across multiple projects and/or platforms

Monitor systems for security alerts, intrusions, and any unauthorised, suspicious, or unlawful activity

Review, enhance, and evolve existing security controls within a continually changing technical environment

Contribute to the development and improvement of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) aligned to an established Identity and Access Management (IDAM) service

Produce regular service and security reports for senior stakeholders

Deliver security awareness training to users, stakeholders, and visitors, including onboarding sessions, awareness campaigns, and supporting materials

Support the management and maintenance of technical system certifications, including ISO 27001 and other relevant governance frameworks

Provide ongoing advice and support to users on security-related matters

Work closely with the Operational Security Manager to further develop the SOC as a core capability

Stay informed on emerging security threats, trends, and best practices

Continuously research and expand knowledge within the cyber security discipline

Participate in shift-based work as part of a 24/7 SOC service

Qualifications

Degree in Computing, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related discipline (2:2 or above preferred)

Professional certifications such as CISMP, CompTIA Security+, or other relevant technical certifications are desirable

Experience

Minimum of 3 years' experience within a SOC environment or a related technical role

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.