Senior SOC Analysts Lead SOC Analysts with active SC or ideally DV clearance. Fully onsite working on a 24/7 shift rota. Must be eligible/for DV vetting - Single British Nationality required by our government services client in Milton Keynes. Rate £650 pd Inside IR35 - Umbrella Company Working in an DV (Developed Vetting) Security cleared environment. You will hold a current DV or SC Security Clearance, or be eligible to undertake. The role requires working as part of a 24 / 7 shift pattern. This pattern will include weekends and bank holidays. Skills and Experience Required: Experience of SPLUNK with in a Security Operations Centre (SOC). A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cyber Security or relevant experience You should have a foundational understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, etc.), operating systems (Windows, Linux), and common cyber-attack techniques. Certifications like CompTIA Security, Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA), or a similar certification are a significant bonus to the role Key Responsibilities Continuous Monitoring: You will monitor security tools, including Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, to detect suspicious activity. You will be the first to see potential threats and will need to be efficient and professional response against defined processes. Incident Triage: You will analyse alerts and logs to determine if an event is a genuine security incident or a false positive. You will need to be methodical and follow established procedures to classify and prioritize incidents. Initial Incident Response: For confirmed incidents, youll perform initial containment actions, such as isolating affected systems, and escalate the incident to a Level 2 or 3 analyst for deeper investigation. Reporting and Documentation: Youll create detailed tickets and reports for all detected incidents, documenting your findings and the steps you took. This is crucial for tracking incidents and for future analysis. Tool Management: You will assist in the maintenance and optimization of security tools, ensuring they are working correctly and effectively. Please apply on line in the first instance - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all