SOC Analyst in Manchester

Duration: Initial 3 months

IR35: Outside IR35

Location: Hybrid

Shift: 4 on / 4 off (2 days, 2 nights)

Overview

Seeking an experienced Cyber Detect Analyst to support a 24/7 SOC. The role focuses on alert triage, investigation, and threat detection using Microsoft Sentinel and KQL.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and investigate security alerts in Microsoft Sentinel
• Conduct incident triage and response
• Write and optimise KQL queries for detection and threat hunting
• Maintain clear incident records and handovers
• Work effectively within a shift-based SOC environment

Required Experience

• Hands‑on experience as a Cyber Detect / SOC Analyst
• Strong Microsoft Sentinel experience
• Proficient in KQL
• Experience working shift patterns (days/nights)
• Solid understanding of common cyber threats and attack techniques

Desirable

• Threat hunting or detection engineering experience
• Azure / Microsoft Defender exposure