Overview SOC Solutions Engineer Level: Experienced / Senior — £70,000 - £85,000
Location: UK-wide | Hybrid (London or Birmingham) | SOC based in Birmingham
Function: Security Operations | SIEM Engineering | Threat Detection & Response
Industry: Cyber Security | Managed Services | Public & Private Sector
Join a leading global security services provider that combines advanced threat intelligence, SIEM expertise, and automation to protect clients at scale. Our client delivers cutting-edge security solutions across sectors and is now seeking an experienced SOC Solutions Engineer to strengthen their SOC capabilities and shape detection and response strategies.
About the Role
As a SOC Solutions Engineer, you’ll enhance and optimise security operations across IBM QRadar platforms. You will deploy and manage SIEM environments, develop analytical rules, design automated incident response playbooks, and translate threat intelligence into actionable detection use cases. Collaboration is key — you’ll work closely with threat intelligence, IT, DevOps, and compliance teams, while mentoring junior analysts and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
What You’ll Be Doing Deploying, configuring, and maintaining IBM QRadar across cloud and on-prem environments
Onboarding and normalising log sources from diverse systems
Developing and optimising analytical rules for threat detection, anomaly detection, and behavioural analysis
Designing and implementing incident response playbooks integrated with SOAR platforms
Conducting threat modelling using MITRE ATT&CK, STRIDE, or Kill Chain frameworks
Performing investigations, coordinating incident response, and collaborating with threat intelligence teams
Generating reports and dashboards to communicate security posture and incident trends
Mentoring junior analysts and contributing to service improvement initiatives
Ideal Background 3–5 years of SOC or IT security experience, preferably in SOC/NOC environments
Deep expertise in IBM QRadar and SIEM query languages (KQL, SPL, AQL)
Experience scripting for automation and enrichment (Python, PowerShell)
Strong understanding of threat detection, incident response, network traffic, vulnerability management, and ethical hacking
Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, CIS frameworks, and ITIL disciplines
SC clearance required or ability to obtain
Cybersecurity certifications desirable (CISSP, GIAC, SC-200, IBM QRadar Specialist, Splunk Admin/Power User, Google Chronicle Security Engineer)
Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills
What You’ll Receive Salary: Up to £85,000
25 days annual leave + UK public holidays
Contributory pension scheme
Private healthcare, dental, and wellbeing support options
Critical illness and life assurance cover
Flexible benefits including hybrid working and SOC-based projects
Opportunity to work on national and international client engagements
Career growth and professional development in a high-performance security practice
Who Should Apply This is a role for experienced SOC professionals who want to lead, mentor, and innovate within security operations. If you are passionate about SIEM, threat detection, and automation, and thrive in a hybrid, fast-paced environment — we want to hear from you.
SOC Solution Engineer in London employer: ANSON MCCADE
Anson McCade is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering a flexible remote working environment in the UK. With a strong focus on security and digital transformation, employees benefit from comprehensive training programmes and clear pathways for career advancement, all while contributing to impactful projects alongside talented teams and senior stakeholders.
