SOC Engineer - Manchester OR London - SC
Central Manchester OR Central London - Onsite (with some flexibility)
Days + occasional on call
c.£30-45k base salary DOE + on call allowance and payments
We are looking for a couple of experienced SOC Analysts / Engineers to join our MSP client's growing team in either their central Manchester or London office. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a varied, hands-on role at the heart of security operations, combining proactive threat monitoring and incident investigation with wider infrastructure support. You will work across cloud, network and endpoint security technologies, helping to identify risks, respond to emerging threats and strengthen clients' overall security posture. The role would suit a motivated SOC professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, taking ownership of incidents and continuously developing their expertise across cyber security and infrastructure.
Skills and Experience
You must either be SC cleared or be eligible for SC clearance.
2+ years of experience in a SOC Analyst / Engineer role
Experience in a Service Desk, IOC, NOC, or managed services environment.
Strong knowledge of cyber security principles, security monitoring and incident response.
Experience with SIEM, endpoint security and security event investigation (Microsoft security or ELK stack preferred but not required)
Experience with digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) would be highly advantageous.
Proven ability to support Microsoft cloud and infrastructure technologies and resolve technical incidents.
Working knowledge of Azure, AWS, Windows Server, Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID.
Understanding of networking, firewalls, SD-WAN, wireless solutions, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, backup and recovery.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and triage alerts from SIEM, EDR and cloud security platforms.
Investigate security events, escalate threats and support incident containment and response.
Analyse logs and monitoring data, assist with vulnerability remediation and improve security operations.
Maintain accurate investigation records, security documentation, runbooks and knowledge articles.
Provide second-line support across cloud, ...
SOC Engineer - Manchester OR London - SC employer: Circle Recruitment Careers
As a Senior Security Engineer with our esteemed Government client, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing national security. The company fosters a collaborative work culture, offering flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth through continuous training and development. With offices located nationally, you can enjoy the benefits of a supportive environment while contributing to meaningful projects that make a real difference.
Contact Details:
Circle Recruitment Careers Recruitment Team
