Location: Stevenage (Fully onsite - Monday to Friday - Weekly/BiWeekly Shift pattern of 6am-2pm & 2pm-10pm) Duration: 12 month initial contract Rate: £81ph UMB (Inside IR35) Role details: Our client, a leading player in the Defence and Security sector, is currently seeking two SOC Threat Detection Analysts to support their operations in Stevenage on a contract basis. These roles are essential to the proactive management of cyber threats and play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive information. Key Responsibilities: Conduct proactive threat hunting in collaboration with the CTI function. Lead optimisation of threat detection rulesets working with the ISR function. Assist with the maintenance of security technologies. Support the SOC team with project activities. Support incident responders with HR and InfoSec related investigations. Attend routine security meetings. Analyse and assist the incident response team with escalated investigations. What we are looking for in you: Experience in threat analysis, hunting, and detection. Knowledge of IT security best practices and standards. Strong understanding of network communication protocols and the OSI model. Experience with Security Information Event Monitoring tools and network packet capture tools. Hands-on experience with IDS/IPS technologies and threat hunting activities. Strong analytical skills and mind-set. Understanding of malware capabilities, attack vectors, propagation, and impact. Good communication skills for liaising with business and suppliers. Additional Information: Active DV clearance is desirable Work pattern: Shift pattern of 6am-2pm & 2pm-10pm, 5 days a week on site. Travel: Rare, primarily to other UK sites if required. If you are a skilled Cyber Analyst with a background in threat detection and analysis, our client would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now to join a dynamic team committed to protecting critical information and infrastructure