Company
Telefónica Tech (part of the Telefónica Group) is a leading NextGen Tech solutions provider with a highly diversified team of over 6,000 exceptionally skilled employees and +60 nationalities. We serve more than 5.5m customers everyday in over 175 countries, with a global ecosystem of market‑leading partners. Global strategic hubs: Spain, Brazil, the UK, Germany. Telefónica Tech UK&I hub develops integrated technology solutions to accelerate digital transformation through Cloud, Data & AI, Enterprise Applications, Digital Workplace and Cyber Security & Networking. Values: Open, Bold, Trusted.
Job Title
Level 3 SOC Analyst – Hybrid, Manchester
Key Responsibilities
* Perform advanced analysis of security events and alerts using manual techniques and automated tools to identify potential security incidents.
* Provide expert guidance and support to Level 1 and Level 2 analysts in the investigation and remediation of security incidents.
* Use Cortex, Falcon, Microsoft Sentinel, Defender for Endpoint, Tenable IO, Defender Threat Hunting, and OpenCTI to perform threat hunting and identify potential security risks.
* Work closely with other members of the SOC team to develop and implement new security policies and procedures, as needed.
* Stay up‑to‑date on the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, and provide regular updates and recommendations to senior management.
* Participate in incident response activities, including on‑call rotations, and provide expert‑level support during major incidents.
Qualifications
* At least experience working in a security operations centre or similar environment.
* Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices.
* Deep practical knowledge of Palo Alto Cortex and/or XSIAM.
* Some experience working with Microsoft Sentinel and/or CrowdStrike Falcon.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non‑technical stakeholders.
EEO Statement
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We are also committed to equity, accessible hiring practices, and creating an inclusive culture through many means including TogetHer (Women's network) and our Employee Resource Groups which include Diversity and Inclusion, Telefónica Tech Pride, Neurodiversity, ELEVATE (African and Caribbean heritage network), and Sustainability.
We don’t believe hiring is a tick box exercise, so if you feel that you don’t match the job description 100%, but would still be a great fit for this role, please get in touch.
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