Security Operations Center Analyst

Role Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to join our cybersecurity team. Acting as the first line of defence, you'll be responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity incidents, as well as strengthening the firm's overall security posture.

This role involves hands-on threat hunting, alert triage, incident response, and security tool maintenance to ensure the organisation's defences remain resilient and adaptive. You'll collaborate closely with Information Security, IT, and business teams to mitigate risks and enhance operational security.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively hunt for threats, indicators of compromise (IOCs), and potential data exfiltration.

• Monitor security events, analyse alerts, and take appropriate response actions.

• Triage and remediate detections, escalating complex cases to Tier 2/3 analysts.

• Collaborate with senior teams to implement remediation, fine-tune systems, and enhance monitoring.

• Troubleshoot issues with VPN, email, endpoint, and other security tools.

• Maintain accurate documentation of the security environment, processes, and incident responses.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of the Security Operations Framework.

• Work cross-functionally to strengthen cybersecurity posture and ensure compliance.

Skills & Proficiencies:

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, tools, and frameworks.

• Solid knowledge of:

  • Firewall management

  • Web filtering

  • Identity & Access Management (IAM)

  • Vulnerability management

  • Endpoint and email security

  • Privileged access and least-privilege concepts

• Experience with incident response, threat detection, and security operations workflows.

• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

• Ability to prioritise effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:
Candidates should meet one of the following criteria:

Work Experience-Based:

• 5+ years' experience in cybersecurity or related IT discipline.

• Preferred: Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, ISC2 CC, or equivalent.

Certificate & Experience-Based:

• 3+ years' experience in cybersecurity.

• 4+ intermediate to expert-level certifications (eg ISC2 SSCP/CISSP, Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE).

• Preferred: Associate's degree or higher in Cybersecurity or a related field.

Education-Based:

• 1+ years' cybersecurity experience.

• 2+ advanced certifications (eg CISSP, PCNSE).

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Cybersecurity or a related discipline.

Core Competencies:

• Personal Effectiveness: Demonstrates integrity, inclusion, and accountability.

• Management Excellence: Prioritises effectively, motivates peers, and communicates clearly.

• Knowledge & Skills: Applies strong technical understanding to real-world security challenges.

• Professional Excellence: Adapts to change and fosters cross-team collaboration.

• Results Focus: Delivers outcomes efficiently and ensures adherence to policies and standards.

Why Join:
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in protecting and advancing the organisation's cybersecurity capabilities. You'll work with cutting-edge tools and collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to maintaining a resilient, secure digital environment.