SOC Engineer (DV Cleared)
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£450 - £550 per day | Outside IR35 | Hybrid (3 days in Bristol)
We are seeking a DV-cleared SOC Engineer to support and enhance a Security Operations Centre for a leading technology provider. This role focuses on detection engineering, SIEM optimisation, and automation, alongside supporting incident response across complex environments.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and tune SIEM detection rules and use cases (e.g., Splunk, QRadar)
Automate SOC workflows and incident response processes (Python/PowerShell)
Improve alert quality, reducing false positives and enhancing detection coverage
Support and lead incident investigations and escalations
Integrate threat intelligence into monitoring and detection
Maintain SOC playbooks and support continuous improvement of tooling and processes
Skills & Experience
Experience in SOC Engineering or advanced SOC Analyst roles
Strong hands-on experience with SIEM platforms xsngvjr and detection tuning
Scripting/automation skills (Python, PowerShell or similar)
Understanding of threat detection and incident response frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK)
Certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, etc.) are a plus
Requirements
Active DV Clearance (essential)
Hybrid: 3 days per week in Bristol