SOC Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Oversee global systems to identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and indicators of compromise.

• Conduct thorough analyses of security alerts utilizing NCC Group's Unified Cyber Platform along with associated detection platforms.

• Deliver incident remediation and preventive documentation and recommendations to clients.

• Record and adhere to security monitoring procedures.

• Provide customer service that exceeds expectations.

• Initiate escalation processes to address potential threats, vulnerabilities, and threat actors.

• Compile and assess service-oriented reports.

• Serve as an escalation point for junior team members, offering guidance and mentorship as needed.

• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of SOC procedures and documentation.

• Execute additional SOC responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Hands-on experience with security and networking tools including Microsoft XDR (Sentinel, Defender) and Splunk Enterprise/Cloud/Enterprise Security.

• Comprehensive understanding of network protocols, endpoint detection, and digital forensics.

• Extensive knowledge of both Windows and Linux operating systems.

• Practical experience in analyzing common security incidents and supporting endpoint security.

• Ability to maintain composure and effectiveness in high-pressure and sensitive security scenarios.

• Preferred but not mandatory certifications or equivalent knowledge: Microsoft SC-200, AZ-500, AZ-900, MS-500; Splunk Certified User, Power User, Advanced Power User, Enterprise Security Administrator; CrowdStrike CCFR, CCFH; CREST CPSA, CRIA, CMRE, CNIA, CHIA; CompTIA Security+, Network+, CySA+; Cisco CCNA; SANS GCIA, GCIH, GSEC; other relevant certifications.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements.

• 25 days of vacation in addition to public holidays.

• Option to purchase up to 5 extra days of annual leave.

• Medicash.

• Critical Illness Scheme.

• Pension plan.

• Life Assurance.

• Share Save Scheme.

• Opportunities for community service and volunteering.

• Green Car Scheme.

• Cycle-to-work program.

• Special leave for marriage/civil partnership, becoming a grandparent, and welcoming a new pet.

• Generous maternity and paternity leave policies.

• Time off and support for fertility treatments.