SOC Analyst (DV Cleared)
Active UK Developed Vetting (DV) clearance required
£70,000-£100,000 per annum
100% onsite (London, Manchester, Cheltenham, Ipswich)
We are seeking an experienced SOC Analyst to join a high-security cyber defence team supporting critical national infrastructure and sensitive government programmes. This role requires a proactive security professional with strong monitoring, analysis, and incident triage capabilities within a Security Operations Centre environment.
SOC Analyst - Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyse security alerts from SIEM and security tooling platforms
- Perform triage and investigation of security events and potential incidents
- Conduct threat hunting and identify indicators of compromise
- Escalate and coordinate incident response activities where required
- Analyse endpoint, network, and cloud security telemetry
- Develop and improve detection rules and use cases
- Produce detailed investigation and incident reports
- Collaborate with cyber threat intelligence and incident response teams
- Support continuous improvement of SOC processes and procedures
SOC Analyst - Required Skills and Experience
- Active DV clearance
- Experience working within a SOC environment (Level 2 or Level 3 preferred)
- Strong knowledge of SIEM platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, or ArcSight
- Understanding of network protocols, attack techniques, and cyber threat methodologies
- Experience investigating security incidents across Windows and Linux environments
- Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Familiarity with endpoint detection and response platforms
We're hiring across multiple Cyber Security disciplines, if you are a specialist across Threat Hunting, Detection Engineering & Incident Response please do apply too!
Rates depend on experience and client requirements
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Senior SOC Analyst - DV Clearance employer: Xpand Group
Xpand Group is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the retail sector. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and development, team members are encouraged to enhance their skills through continuous learning opportunities while working on cutting-edge planning solutions for a leading consumer brand. The hybrid work model offers flexibility, allowing employees to balance their professional and personal lives effectively.
