At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead investigations, triage alerts, and mentor junior analysts in a dynamic SOC environment.
- Company: Join a growing Managed Service Provider in Reading with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with a focus on continuous learning and growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cybersecurity while developing your skills and expertise.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in SOC/MSSP, hands-on with SIEM, EDR, and Microsoft 365 security.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 70000 £ per year.
We're looking for a Tier 2 SOC Analyst to join a growing Managed Service Provider in Reading, supporting a portfolio of customers across multiple sectors.
You'll act as an escalation point for Tier 1, owning investigations end-to-end — triaging SIEM and EDR alerts, leading incident response, hunting threats using MITRE ATT&CK, and tuning detections to cut noise.
You'll also mentor junior analysts and help mature playbooks and runbooks.
We're looking for 3+ years in a SOC or MSSP, hands‑on with SIEM, EDR, and Microsoft 365 / Entra ID security.
KQL or Power Shell scripting, phishing and malware triage experience, and clear written communication are essential.
Security+, SC-200, BTL1 or similar certs beneficial.
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Tier 2 SOC Analyst in Reading employer: Xact Placements Limited
Xact Placements Limited is an excellent employer for a Senior Security Analyst, offering a dynamic hybrid work environment in Reading that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have access to advanced security technologies and opportunities to enhance your threat detection skills while being part of a supportive team culture that values your contributions. The company prioritises work-life balance and provides a platform for meaningful impact in the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity.
