Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 60,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Leeds West Yorkshire
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
SOC Analyst
Location: Leeds, full-time on site
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Job Summary:
As an experienced SOC Analyst, you will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents. You will work closely with our clients, providing essential security training and guidance. Your expertise in the Microsoft Stack and SIEM tools will be crucial in maintaining and enhancing our client's security posture.
Key Responsibilities:
Security Monitoring and Incident Response:
Monitor and analyse security events using SIEM tools
Investigate security incidents and breaches, and implement containment and remediation actions
Develop and maintain incident response procedures
Client Interaction and Training:
Provide security training to clients on tools such as Lookpoint and Check Point
Conduct regular security awareness sessions to ensure clients are up-to-date with best practices and threat landscapes
Offer guidance and support to clients on implementing security measures
Microsoft Stack Expertise:
Utilise your experience with the Microsoft Stack, including Azure, M365, and Defender, to enhance our security services
Implement and manage security solutions within Microsoft environments
Collaboration and Communication:
Work closely with internal teams and clients to understand security needs and challenges
Communicate security issues and recommendations effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Qualifications and Experience:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field (preferred but not required)
Experience:
Proven experience as a SOC Analyst or in a similar role within managed services
Strong experience with SIEM tools and security incident management
Proficiency with the Microsoft Stack, including Azure, M365, and Defender
Experience with technologies outside SIEM, such as Palo Alto, Fortinet or Check Point is useful
Skills:
Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and presentation abilities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organisational skills and attention to detailCompany benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package
20 days holiday (plus bank holidays) annually, rising by one day per year up to 25 days annually
Opportunities for professional growth and development
A supportive and collaborative work environment
Access to the latest tools and technologies in cybersecurity
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