SOC Engineer

SOC Engineer

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
IBEX RECRUITMENT

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Engineer and optimise Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR in a dynamic Cyber Security team.
  • Company: Join a leading company in the highly regulated Cyber Security sector.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Exciting opportunity for both junior and senior engineers to grow and mentor.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by building and automating cutting-edge security solutions.
  • Qualifications: Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Defender suite, and strong scripting skills required.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

We recruiting for an exciting opportunity within a highly regulated environment.

We're looking for SOC Engineers (both Junior and Senior levels) to join a growing Cyber Security team, engineering and optimising Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, and SOAR capabilities.

This isn't a pure triage/analyst role we need engineers who can build, tune, automate, and scale our detection platform.

What you'll be doing: Engineering and maintaining Microsoft Sentinel , Defender XDR , and Log Analytics platforms Onboarding and normalising log sources across hybrid/cloud environments Writing and tuning KQL detection rules and analytics logic Building SOAR playbooks (Logic Apps, automation workflows) to reduce manual effort Managing telemetry ingestion, parsers, and data retention for cost optimisation Producing platform health reports and identifying coverage gaps Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to team development Acting as technical SME during incidents What we're looking for: Deep experience with Microsoft Sentinel , Defender suite , and KQL Strong scripting/automation skil...

SOC Engineer employer: IBEX RECRUITMENT

Join a leading organisation dedicated to safeguarding nationally important infrastructure, where your expertise as a Cyber GRC Analyst will directly influence cyber security strategy and governance. With a strong commitment to employee development, a collaborative work culture, and a focus on innovation, you will have the opportunity to grow your career while contributing to critical projects that enhance national resilience. Enjoy a supportive environment that values your input and offers unique advantages in navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

IBEX RECRUITMENT

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We think you need these skills to ace SOC Engineer

Microsoft Sentinel
Defender XDR
KQL (Kusto Query Language)
Log Analytics
SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation and Response)
Scripting
Automation