SOC Analyst Full Time

Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Specialist Computer Centres PLC

SOC Analyst (DV Cleared) – £600 per day via Umbrella – 6 months – Hemel Hempstead (onsite) – SCC Flex Contract

We are looking for a strong SOC Analyst who will be responsible for monitoring and defending their network against potential threats, ensuring the highest levels of security are maintained.

Your responsibilities as the SOC Analyst :

• Monitor, triage, and investigate security incidents for critical client infrastructure.
• Analyse network traffic, logs, and system events to identify security threats.
• Provide Incident Response support, including guidance on containment and recovery.
• Enhance SOC tools, operations, and detection rules in line with Mitre Att&ck.
• Prepare detailed reports for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Represent the SOC in stakeholder meetings and support threat intelligence activities.
• Willingness to work shifts, including night hours.

As a successful SOC Analyst, you will have:

• Active DV Clearance
• Experience in a SOC or similar security role.
• Proficient with Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, and Mitre Att&ck Framework.
• Strong knowledge of security protocols, tools, and incident response methodologies.
• Familiarity with networking principles, Client Server applications, and enterprise security products.
• Programming and Scripting such as Python, Perl, Bash, PowerShell, C++
• Strong understanding of networking principles including TCP/IP, WANs, LANs, and commonly used Internet protocols such as SMTP, HTTP, FTP, POP, LDAP.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Relevant cyber/information security qualifications (eg, CRT, CSTM, OSCP).

If you are the SOC Analyst we are after, apply now with your CV. References required.

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