Cyber Security Analyst (SOC)
Role: Cyber Security Analyst (SOC)
Specialism(s): Security Operations, Security Alerts, Security Incident Management, SIEM, Defender, Cofense, Azure, Email Security, Conditional Access Policies, User Authentication, EDR, Playbooks Security Assessment, Vulnerability Analysis, Risk Analysis, SOAR
Type: Contract, Daily Rate
Pay Rate: 300 - 400 per day (Inside IR35)
Location: Remote (UK Only)
Start: ASAP/Urgent
Duration: 6-12 Months
Cyber Security Analyst (SOC)
CPS Group UK are delighted to be working with a leading organisation to appoint a Cyber Cyber Security Analyst (SOC) to join an existing team to monitor infrastructure for threats, investigate and respond to security alerts and act as the escalation point for junior analyst queries. The Cyber Security Operations Analyst will respond to verified security incidents and undertake prompt remediation activities to eradicate threats.
The Analyst will require strong hands-on experience with the Microsoft security stack (Entra, Defender, Sentinel) as well as exposure to email security, phishing and SOAR tooling.
The Cyber Security Operations Analyst is able to work remotely (UK only) and will be required to work 12 hour shifts on a 4 days on / 4 days off shift pattern (days and nights).
Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance
Role Requirements
Play an active role in the CSOC Operations team by:
o Monitor active SIEM solutions and platforms
o Investigate and triage to security alerts and incidents
o Be the escalation point for junior analysts, offering knowledge and mentorship where required
o Ensure infrastructure and data security through the use of layered security controls (e.g. EDR, Email Security, User Authentication, Conditional Access)
o Oversee security assessments across PAM, endpoint, email and cloud security
o Provide direct updates to stakeholders regarding security incidents and initiatives
o Undertake on-going analysis of emerging threats using TTP's and existing knowledge
o Support the production of alert/incident 'playbooks'
Required Skills & Experience
3-4+ years' experience in a Security Operations/SOC-based role
Hands-on experience with Microsoft security stack (Entra, Defender, Sentinel)
Strong technical understanding of security alert/incident management and threats
Knowledge of security threat techniques
Proven experience of robust incident response within defined SLA's
Proven experience using SIEM, SOAR & Email Security tooling
Ability to mentor and upskill junior team members
Ability to create (or enhance) cyber security playbooks
Familiarity with ITIL
Various Cyber Security certifications (e.g. Microsoft SC-200, AZ-500)
For more information or immediate consideration for this opportunity, please contact Charlie Grant at CPS Group UK on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
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