Our client, a leading global consultancy, is partnering with a prestigious end client based in Manchester. We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a talented SOC Analyst - L3 to join a dynamic and agile development team on an initial 6 months contract, with the potential for extension. If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further. Job Title: SOC Analyst – Level 3 Location: Manchester, UK (Hybrid – minimum 3 days on-site per week) Contract Type: Contract (6 months) Day Rate: Inside IR35 (Flexible) About the Role A leading organisation is looking for an experienced SOC Analyst (Level 3) to join its cybersecurity operations team. This role is ideal for senior professionals who thrive in high-stakes environments and enjoy working on proactive threat detection, incident response, and advanced security automation. Key Responsibilities Lead the investigation and resolution of high-severity security incidents Conduct proactive threat hunting using Microsoft Sentinel and the Defender suite Develop and fine-tune analytic rules, detection use-cases, and automation playbooks Perform deep-dive analysis on malware, phishing, and lateral movement threats Correlate events across diverse log sources and technologies Collaborate with engineering teams to optimise Microsoft security tool integration Mentor junior SOC analysts and contribute to internal knowledge sharing Maintain and enhance incident response processes and documentation Produce regular SOC performance reports and threat intelligence summaries Required Skills & Experience: 5 years in cybersecurity, with 2 years at SOC Level 3 or senior analyst level Expertise in Microsoft Sentinel (KQL, custom rules, automation, dashboards) Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Identity, and Office 365 Proficient in handling incidents aligned with MITRE ATT&CK framework Solid understanding of Windows and Linux systems, networking, and endpoint security Skilled in digital forensics, threat intelligence, and advanced incident handling Familiarity with SOAR platforms and automated workflows Excellent written and verbal communication Nice to Have: Experience supporting SOC environments in the retail or FMCG sector Background in major incident response and recovery Esther Urtecho Senior Delivery Consultant London | Bristol | Amsterdam