Evolve-IT’s award winning client are currently building out an in house Security Operations Centre on an SIEM platform and are looking for a SOC Analyst to join their team as they scale operations over the coming years.
The team are at a point where they need an additional resource to manage the alerts in a new position for the team. Currently alerts coming in are a shared responsibility, but they are looking for the successful candidate to centralise the solution, orchestrate security incidents in general and document the solution. Once the above has been implemented, there is room for progression within this newly formed team and opportunity for career progression and professional development and support internally with this particular client is a key differentiator when considering your next move.
Key responsibilities and skills:
- Respond to all security incidents, from within the SIEM platform or from the Service desk team
- Automating workflows in response to security incidents. The team have a few automated workflows, but are aiming to increase this fivefold over the coming months. PowerShell and Python scripting would be advantageous experience to have!
- Previous experience improving architecture in an SIEM environment would be great experience to have; including documenting all aspects of the solution in place
- A continuous improvement mindset, both personally and on behalf of the team in relation to industry standards and accreditations such as ISO 27001
If your previous technology experience aligns with the below, I am keen to hear from you:
- SIEM experience - Rapid 7, Splunk or Sentinal
- Scripting Experience – Python, PowerShell
- Microsoft Azure
- Hyper-V, Microsoft server, PowerShell
- WAN infrastructure/ Optimisation
- PKI infrastructure
- Virtualisation
- API
- Firewalls, Anti-Virus. Secure File Transfer
Desirable certifications – any of the below would be favourable:
- Microsoft – MCSA, MCITP
- Checkpoint – CCSA, CCSE
- Cisco – CCNA
- CEH
- Security +, Network +
Offering between £40,000 - £45,000 annum with an award-winning comprehensive benefits package, the right candidate can expect to work in a team environment with a company looking to work with your growth aspirations and support you along the way.
- Exceptional learning & development opportunities
- An excellent working environment with a strong social scene
- Opportunities to give back through volunteering initiatives.
- Ability to buy and sell holidays.