An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior SOC Analyst to work for one of the UK's leading technology partners, a Powerhouse shaping the cybersecurity landscape. Specialising in cutting-edge solutions, with a focus towards driving innovation in the Cloud & digital security space.

As a Senior SOC Analyst, you'll be a linchpin in their mission to fortify businesses against evolving threats, with a spotlight on the Microsoft Security Suite (Sentinel, Azure Cloud, Defender). Join a team where your prowess will play a pivotal role in implementing cutting-edge security measures for an industry leader.

Role Responsibilities -Your role as a Senior SOC Analyst is dynamic and impactful:

• Monitor and respond to security incidents using Microsoft Sentinel.
• Develop incident response run books and formalize internal processes.
• Train and mentor junior SOC team members.
• Deploy & configure SIEM & EDR systems in client environments.
• Investigate and report findings on client malicious incidents.
• Analyse log data from various sources.
• Write, modify, and fine-tune SIEM rulesets for improved alerting.
• Coordinate with other departments for rule and signature updates.
• Participate in compliance/vulnerability assessment scanning.
• Document information security operations policies, processes, and procedures.

Required Knowledge and Experience - Your skills will set you apart:

• Extensive SOC environment experience.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Security Suite (Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, Azure).
• In-depth knowledge of log formats, transports, and analysis.
• Expertise in threat analysis, hunting, and intelligence feeds.
• Programming experience (PowerShell, Bash, Python, JavaScript).
• Knowledge of TCP/IP Protocols, network analysis, and Azure Cloud.
• Conversant with security best practices (including ISO27001) and legislation.
• Relevant security certifcations would be desiarable: (CSA,CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM)

Details:

• Role: Senior SOC Analyst (Sentinel)
• Duration: 6-month contract with view of extension
• Location: Hybrid (Manchester office up to 2 days per week)
• Inside IR35

To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Nicholas Hopkins, by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website.

If you know someone who would be ideal for this role, by way of showing our appreciation, VIQU is offering an introduction fee up to 1,000 once your referral has successfully started work with our client (terms apply).