Cyber Security Support Analyst

£30k - £36k

London

Overview

Our client is seeking a Tier 1 Cyber Security SOC Support Analyst to join their expanding UK based Service Desk team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1-year experience in a similar role and will be responsible for monitoring systems, responding to alerts, and escalating urgent threats to the Escalations Management Team.

Responsibilities

• Provide triage and first line of defense for all cyber security incidents within the organization
  
  
• Take ownership and provide remedial actions to mitigate cyber security threats
  
  
• Manage technical and stakeholder incident reporting via concise communications
  
  
• Liaise with third-party service suppliers and act as a central point of contact during active incidents
  
  
• Provide operational support to the wider Cyber Security Team on security incidents
  
  
• Deliver a professional and customer-focused service through the life cycle of each ticket
  
  Qualifications
  
  Essential Experience
  
  
• Minimum 1 year of proven experience in a Tier 1 Cyber Security SOC Support Analyst role
  
  
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel SIEM technologies
  
  
• Understanding of key Microsoft 365 Cloud Technologies from a threat landscape perspective
  
  Essential Certification
  
  
• SC-200 Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate
  
  
• SC-900 Microsoft Certified: Security Compliance and Identity Fundamentals
  
  Personal Skills
  
  
• Highly motivated with a can-do attitude
  
  
• Attention to detail and excellent communication skills
  
  
• Proven client service skills and ability to work under pressure
  
  
• Good telephone etiquette
  
  Exams towards certifications relevant for your role fully paid for by the company
  
  This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a successful and leading London based MSP to further your Cyber Security career prospects!
  
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