L3 SOC Analyst

Vacancy Name

L3 SOC Analyst

Vacancy No

VN1347

Employment Type

Full-Time

Work Location

United Kingdom

About Us

Acora are a progressive full-stack full-service business technology services partner, built for the AI era. Combining the capabilities of a Managed Service Provider (MSP), Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP), IT Consulting, Professional Services and Development company, Acora helps customers achieve breakthrough results - often quicker and at lower risk than they thought possible.

We believe in a better working world, where our customers are confident to fully embrace the AI opportunity and generate economic impact.

Our brand is much more than a logo; it is what people feel and think about Acora. This role is integral to our Marketing team, delivering an engaging and compelling story to all our audiences, whether that happens in conversation or through our marketing communications.

Our Values

• Be the best you can be
• We do what we say
• Together we win

Description

As a Level 3 SOC Analyst, you will take ownership of complex security investigations, leading the triage and analysis of advanced alerts across diverse environments. You will transform raw security data into evidence-based insights, producing actionable recommendations that strengthen client security postures. A key part of the role involves conducting thorough root-cause analysis, documenting findings with clarity and precision, and ensuring issues are fully understood and addressed.

You will also play a strategic role in detection engineering, advising on new detection logic, refining existing rules, and supporting the development of improved monitoring capabilities. Alongside your technical responsibilities, you will act as a trusted technical advisor to assigned Acora clients, maintaining a strong, professional account management relationship and ensuring they receive expert guidance, clear communication, and consistent value from SOC services.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse network and security events using a variety of tools, such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and threat intelligence platforms
• Identify and investigate potential security incidents, including analysing logs, packet captures, and other data sources
• Participate in incident response activities, including incident triage, containment, and recovery
• Collaborate with members of the SOC team and other teams within the company to suggest improvements to the overall security posture of our customer base
• Stay up to date with current and the latest security trends, threats, and best practices
• Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques
• Interpret threat intelligence reports and apply findings in a range of business functions

Key Skills

• Knowledge of intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
• Familiarity with SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools
• Understanding and experience of Cloud b
• Analytical skill to perform triage and root cause analysis
• Analytical skill to perform triage and root cause analysis
• Executive reporting skills
• Stay updated on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques
• Interpret threat intelligence reports and apply findings in a range of business functions
• Experience in customer relations and ensuring healthy relationships are developed and maintained
• Developed soft skills to build client relationships
• Understanding and ability to consult on detection engineering requirements

Personal Specification

• Ability to deal with the ambiguity associated with working in a fast paced and changing environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills