Job Title
Security Operations Center Analyst (Soc Analyst) at Free-Work UK
Overview
Full-time onsite SOC Analyst role based in either Milton Keynes or East Kilbride, 12‑month contract, inside IR35, requiring SC clearance and ability to pursue higher clearance.
Key Responsibilities
* Continuous monitoring of security tools and SIEM systems to detect suspicious activity and respond according to defined processes.
* Incident triage: analyse alerts and logs to determine genuine incidents versus false positives, prioritising and classifying according to procedures.
* Initial incident response: isolate affected systems and document containment actions, escalating to Level 2/3 analysts as needed.
* Reporting and documentation: create detailed tickets and incident reports, documenting findings and steps taken.
* Staff support: provide direction and support to junior shift team members, handing over responsibilities to next shift leader.
* Tool management: assist in maintenance and optimisation of security tools to ensure correct and effective operation.
Qualifications
* Experience with SPLUNK within a SOC environment.
* High level security clearance history or willingness to obtain clearance (minimum 10 weeks to achieve clearance).
* Methodical approach, following established procedures and documentation standards.
Seniority Level
Entry Level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Information Technology
EEO Statement
LA International welcomes applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.
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