SOC Analyst - 24/7
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Full Job Description
I am working with a client based in the South of England who
specialise in cyber security. This is a fantastic opportunity for the
right candidates to join an organisation who are pioneers of cyber
risk management, working with a range of customers in both private and
public sectors.
The Role
PLEASE NOTE THIS
OPPORTUNITY INVOLVES ON-SITE SHIFT WORK SO PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU
ARE HAPPY TO WORK BOTH DAY AND NIGHT SHIFTS AND LIVE WITHIN REASONABLE
COMMUTING DISTANCE OF POOLE.
Due to rapid expansion,
my client is looking for 2 new 24/7 SOC Analysts to add to their local
team. You will be responsible for monitoring and defending customers
against potential security threats. This critical role will identify,
analyse and respond to security incidents to ensure the
confidentiality, integrity and availability of sensitive data and
systems. You will work closely with other cyber security team members
to ensure a strong security posture and prevent or mitigate potential
cyber attacks. This role will offer support to the infrastructure
engineering project team in responding to incidents so previous
infrastructure experience or experience within a 1st or 2nd line
support environment would be beneficial.
Based on the clients recently refurbished offices in Poole, you will work a four day operational rota including both day shifts (7am - 7pm) and nights shifts (7pm - 7am).
Duties include:
- Monitor security information and event management (SIEM) tools and other security monitoring systems to identify potential security incidents and anomalies.
- Analyse alerts and log data to assess the severity and impact of potential threats.
- Investigate and respond to security incidents promptly and effectively. Perform in-depth analysis of security events to understand the scope, impact, and root cause of incidents.
- Proactively search for hidden threats and potential security weaknesses in the organization's network and systems. Utilize various security tools and methodologies to identify and address potential vulnerabilities before they are exploited.
- Assist in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities. Evaluate and prioritize identified vulnerabilities for remediation by collaborating with IT and system administrators.
- Create detailed reports on security incidents, response actions taken, and recommendations for improvement. Maintain accurate records of incidents, investigations, and security-related activities.
- Configure, update, and maintain security tools, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, and SIEM solutions.
Who?
I would be interested in speaking with both
candidates with experience in cyber secruity in a similar role or who
have other technical IT infrastructure or IT support experience and
are interested in a career in cyber security. You will be provided
with full support and a development plan with the opportunity to move
in to other career paths within the business. A passion for technology
and learning new skills is a key sucess factor for this role. My
client prides itself on providing an excellent service to their
customers so the sucessful candidates will need to have strong
communication skills and a service-based mindset.
Successful
Candidates Will Be Enrolled On a Full Training & Certification Program
Across The Service Portfolio; however, the following certifications
and experience will be beneficial to applicants:
- Certification in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or Microsoft M365/Azure
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles, networking concepts, and various operating systems.
- Knowledge of common security threats, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
- Excellent communication skills to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience in an IT Support/MSP support role
- Experience within a IT infrastructure role
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Sucessful applicants will need to undergo a DBS check for this role.