Tier 2 SOC Analyst
📍 Leeds | 💰 £45,000 - £50,000
We're partnering with a growing Cyber Security provider that is expanding its Security Operations Center and looking to hire an experienced Tier 2 SOC Analyst.
This is an opportunity to move beyond alert triage and take ownership of high-priority security incidents, working directly with clients during live cyber events while developing your expertise across modern security technologies. You'll be joining a collaborative team where you'll gain exposure to complex investigations, contribute to SOC improvements, and have a clear pathway into senior-level security roles.
Key Responsibilities:
* Investigate and respond to escalated security incidents
* Conduct detailed forensic and root cause analysis
* Lead containment, eradication, and recovery activities
* Provide technical guidance to clients during active incidents
* Tune and optimise SIEM, EDR, and XDR technologies
* Support and mentor Tier 1 SOC Analysts
* Develop playbooks, automation, and detection content
* Work closely with security engineering and wider cyber teams
Required Experience:
* Experience working within a SOC or Security Operations environment
* Strong understanding of cyber threats, attack techniques, and incident response
* Hands-on experience with SIEM and EDR/XDR platforms
* Good knowledge of networking and firewall technologies
* Ability to independently investigate and manage security incidents
* Strong communication skills with experience engaging customers or stakeholders
What's on Offer?
✅ Exposure to complex, real-world cyber incidents
✅ Opportunity to mentor junior analysts and develop leadership skills
✅ Clear progression into senior security positions
✅ Access to modern security technologies and tooling
✅ Collaborative and fast-paced SOC environment
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Structure:
Monday - Friday (3 days on site)
9am - 5:30pm
For this position you must be eligible for security clearance.
If you're a SOC Analyst looking to take on more responsibility, deepen your technical expertise, and join a business investing heavily in cyber security growth, apply now!