YOU MUST HAVE ACTIVE DV CLEARANCE
Lead SOC Analyst
£80 per hour - 42 hour weeks
12 Hour shifts (7am-7pm & 7pm-7am)
7 Days & 7 Nights over a 4-week pattern
6 month contract initially
Buckinghamshire
Summary - The 3x Lead SOC Analysts will be responsible for the operational leadership of the Security Monitoring function, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality security monitoring, investigation and escalation activities.
Responsibilities
Lead the shift-based delivery of Security Monitoring services, ensuring timely and effectivemonitoring, investigation, triage and escalation of cyber security events.
Supervise and coordinate a Senior SOCAnalyst, ensuring investigations meet required professional, technical and documentation standards.
Act as Duty Lead for Security Monitoring, providing technical leadershipand making operational decisions during live cyber security events.
Review and quality-assure SOC investigations, confirming findings are accurate, evidence-based and clearly documented.
Lead complex and high-priority cyber security investigations before escalation to the Incident Response team, as delegated by the Principal SOC Analyst.
Deliver clear and effective shift handovers, maintaining situational awareness and continuity across ongoing investigations and incidents.
Coordinate with Incident Responders during cyber security incidents, clearly communicating analytical findings, timelines, indicators of compromise and supporting evidence.
Collaborate with SOC Engineers to improve monitoring coverage, alert quality and operational effectiveness.
Support the onboarding of new systems, applicationsand cloud services into SOC monitoringby validating monitoring content and operational readiness.
Drive continuous improvement across monitoring processes, investigation techniques and analyst efficiency, recommending enhancements to the Principal SOC Analyst.
Mentor and coach SOC Analysts, supporting their professional development and promoting consistent analytical standards and investigation best practice.
Ensure compliance with SOC operating procedures, security monitoringstandards and information-handling requirements.
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Lead SOC Analyst - DV Cleared in East Kilbride employer: Network IT
Network IT is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Milton Keynes where you can lead a skilled team in delivering cutting-edge security solutions for high-stakes government projects. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and development, we provide opportunities for professional advancement while fostering a collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork. Join us to make a meaningful impact in secure environments, with the added benefit of potential international travel.
