Security Operations Center Analyst
Security Operations Center Analyst

Security Operations Center Analyst

Warrington Full-Time No home office possible
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Our client, a leading global consultancy, is partnering with a prestigious end client based in Manchester. We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a talented SOC Analyst – L3 to join a dynamic and agile development team on an initial 6 months contract, with the potential for extension.

If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further.

Job Title: SOC Analyst – Level 3

Location: Manchester, UK (Hybrid – minimum 3 days on-site per week)

Contract Type: Contract (6 months)

Day Rate: Inside IR35 (Flexible)

About the Role

A leading organisation is looking for an experienced SOC Analyst (Level 3) to join its cybersecurity operations team. This role is ideal for senior professionals who thrive in high-stakes environments and enjoy working on proactive threat detection, incident response, and advanced security automation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the investigation and resolution of high-severity security incidents
  • Conduct proactive threat hunting using Microsoft Sentinel and the Defender suite
  • Develop and fine-tune analytic rules, detection use-cases, and automation playbooks
  • Perform deep-dive analysis on malware, phishing, and lateral movement threats
  • Correlate events across diverse log sources and technologies
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to optimise Microsoft security tool integration
  • Mentor junior SOC analysts and contribute to internal knowledge sharing
  • Maintain and enhance incident response processes and documentation
  • Produce regular SOC performance reports and threat intelligence summaries

Required Skills & Experience:

  • 5+ years in cybersecurity, with 2+ years at SOC Level 3 or senior analyst level
  • Expertise in Microsoft Sentinel (KQL, custom rules, automation, dashboards)
  • Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Identity, and Office 365
  • Proficient in handling incidents aligned with MITRE ATT&CK framework
  • Solid understanding of Windows and Linux systems, networking, and endpoint security
  • Skilled in digital forensics, threat intelligence, and advanced incident handling
  • Familiarity with SOAR platforms and automated workflows
  • Excellent written and verbal communication

Nice to Have:

  • Experience supporting SOC environments in the retail or FMCG sector
  • Background in major incident response and recovery

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