Salary: £35,000 - 45,000 per year Requirements: Microsoft Sentinel (operations & administration) Microsoft Defender XDR Microsoft 365 administration Azure cloud services Windows & Linux OS administration Networking fundamentals (DNS, SSL, routing, IP, domains) Programming/scripting (PowerShell, Python, C#, Go) Strong analytical mindset and evidence-based approach Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and handle confidential information professionally SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (required; can be completed by end of probation) Additional SOC/security certifications (e.g., Security) welcomed ITIL 4 Foundation desirable Minimum 2 years in a similar SOC environment, or 3 years as a Systems Administrator with SOC exposure Responsibilities: Monitor, triage and respond to security incidents using Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender XDR and ticketing systems. Follow ITIL v4 processes across Incident, Problem and Service Request management. Escalate complex issues to the on-call SOC Network & Infrastructure team when required. Produce weekly and monthly reporting, including analytics, for selected customers. Manage SOC tooling, configurations and updates. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the SOC. Work as part of a 24/7 shift rota, including nights and weekends. Support customers across multiple sectors, including finance, manufacturing and retail. Technologies: Azure C# Cloud Support ITIL Linux Microsoft 365 Network PowerShell Python Security Windows Office 365 More: We are a leading international technology solutions provider located in the Milton Keynes area, seeking a Cyber Security SOC Incident Analyst to join our high-performing SOC Operations team. You will play a critical role in monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats 24/7, safeguarding customer environments and supporting continuous service improvement. We offer a collaborative, specialist SOC team environment with exposure to diverse customer environments and opportunities for professional development and certification. Join us and help protect customers across multiple industries from evolving cyber threats. last updated 16 week of 2026