We are currently recruiting an IT SOC Analyst to join the IT Team at our Head Office in Lutterworth.
The SOC Analyst - Tier 1 primary role will be to monitor, detect, contain, and eradicate cyber threats that could impact regular business operations. This role will involve a mix of technical security skills, security operations, and governance, as well as maintaining security operations processes/procedures and demonstrating that security controls are embedded across the business.
The role will require solid analytical IT skills and an understanding of the practical application of information security.
This is an ideal role for someone that is looking to take the next step in their IT career and step into the world of IT Security.
In return you will receive a Salary Up to £38,000 depending on experience, 25-day annual leave plus bank holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance, Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme and Lifestyle Benefits - Discount on selected high street stores. Hybrid working available.
Responsibilities Include:
* Monitor information systems for malicious activity using Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) toolsets. Prioritising according to their criticality and escalating potential or confirmed incidents.
* Triage and investigate security-related tickets from business users and third-party security providers.
* Limiting business disruption from malicious activity by containing and eradicating malicious activity from information systems.
* Support the development of SIEM and SOAR solutions.
* Ensure all investigative activity is correctly documented in ticketing systems and followed up with the relevant support teams.
* Perform research on the latest security/cyber threats, which can drive improvements with existing tools and processes.
* Work with application owners, technology teams and business stakeholders to implement required controls for the IT Security roadmap and IT initiatives.
* Provide IT operational security support to IT Operation teams.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have/be:
* Good understanding of various technologies and operating systems (Windows & Linux) and their related security concerns.
* Basic understanding of Cloud technologies, including Office 365, Azure, and AWS.
* Basic understanding of web application programming languages, common web vulnerabilities, and security best practices for web development.
* The individual must be rigorous in their attention to detail and can prioritise their tasks.
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