Senior SOC Analyst

Senior SOC Analyst | £40,000 - £60,000 | MSP

Our client is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Analyst (L3) to join a growing Security Operations Centre, supporting clients through advanced threat detection, incident response, and continuous improvement of security monitoring capabilities.

As a senior member of the SOC, you'll act as an escalation point for security incidents, leading investigations into advanced threats and ensuring incidents are effectively contained and remediated.

This team operate Monday to Friday however, some flexibility may be required on occasion for shift cover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into complex security incidents and malicious activity
• Act as the escalation point for analysts handling advanced alerts and incidents
• Coordinate containment, remediation, and recovery activities
• Support incident response engagements and post-incident reviews
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level analysts
• Improve detection accuracy through tuning and optimisation of security controls
• Leverage threat intelligence to strengthen monitoring and response capabilities
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation
• Manage multiple investigations and priorities simultaneously while maintaining high-quality outcomes
• Contribute to the ongoing development of SOC processes, procedures, and best practices

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience within a Security Operations Centre environment
• Strong hands-on experience with security platforms such as CrowdStrike, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender XDR, or equivalent technologies
• Demonstrable experience investigating and responding to complex cyber security incidents
• Strong understanding of incident response methodologies and security operations
• Experience conducting detailed threat investigations and alert triage
• Knowledge of threat intelligence and its practical application within security operations
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical audiences
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for coaching and supporting colleagues

Please apply now for immediate consideration!