Cyber Security Incident Response Analyst

Security Operations Centre Analyst – London (Hybrid) – Excellent Permanent Package – Financial Services

We are looking for a skilled Security Operations Centre Analyst to join our Security Operations team. This role focuses on responding to cyber security incidents while supporting proactive threat intelligence efforts. You will play a key part in detecting, investigating, and mitigating threats, as well as improving our security posture through continuous monitoring and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate and respond to cyber security incidents, including malware outbreaks, phishing attempts, and insider threats.
• Lead incident response efforts and conduct digital forensics.
• Enhance detection and response capabilities through process improvements and automation.
• Monitor alerts from SOC tools and perform root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to remediate vulnerabilities.
• Gather and analyse threat intelligence to inform detection strategies.
• Maintain detailed incident records and conduct post-incident reviews.

Technical Skills

• Hands‑on experience with SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and SOAR platforms.
• Strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux), network protocols, and packet analysis tools.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Experience with cloud security monitoring (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge of frameworks such as NIST and MITER ATT&CK.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, IT, or related field.
• 3–5 years in SOC operations, incident response, or threat intelligence.
• Practical experience with forensic investigations and security monitoring tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

• Certifications such as CISSP, GIAC (GCIH, GCIA, GCTI).
• Experience with malware analysis, APT detection, and regulatory frameworks (GDPR, PCI DSS).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools and cloud platforms.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast‑paced environments.
• Collaborative and proactive approach to learning.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Financial Services
• Location: London, England, United Kingdom
• Salary: £55,000.00 – £70,000.00