Job Description

SOC Analyst
Location: London, UK
Employment Type: Full-time
PCD300253

About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented SOC Analyst to join our London-based Security Operations Centre. As a SOC Analyst, you will be on the front line of our cyber defence, monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents that could impact our business and clients. This is a key role in safeguarding our information assets, ensuring compliance, and supporting continuous improvements to our security posture.

Key Responsibilities
• Monitor and analyse security events, logs, and alerts from SIEM and other security tools.
• Investigate suspicious activities, potential threats, and incidents.
• Respond to and escalate security events in line with incident response procedures.
• Conduct initial triage and root cause analysis of security issues.
• Support vulnerability management processes and assist in patching/mitigation efforts.
• Produce incident reports, metrics, and recommendations to strengthen defences.
• Collaborate with IT, Infrastructure, and Security teams to improve monitoring and detection capabilities.
• Stay up to date with emerging cyber threats, attack techniques, and best practices.

Requirements

Skills & Experience
• Prior experience in a SOC, NOC, or security monitoring role (1 - 3 years for entry-level/mid, more for senior).
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, including malware, phishing, DDoS, and insider threats.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., monitoring and observability tooling, QRadar, security monitoring platform, ArcSight, etc.).
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, IDS/IPS).
• Incident response and escalation experience.
• Scripting skills (Python, automation scripting, Bash) desirable but not essential.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GSEC, or equivalent) are a plus.

Benefits

What We Offer
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working model (London office & remote).
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to advanced security tools and technologies.
• Career progression within our growing Cyber Security team.