L3 SOC Analyst

One of our clients, a leading provider of managed security services, is looking for a Level 3 Security Analyst to join their Security Operations Centre (SOC). This is an exciting opportunity to work in a growing team that plays a crucial role in monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats.

As a Level 3 Security Analyst, you will be responsible for investigating security incidents, performing threat analysis, and contributing to continuous improvements in security operations. This role offers a blend of hands-on technical work and strategic input to enhance security processes and solutions.

Responsibilities:
Monitor and analyse security events within the SOC, ensuring timely detection and response.
Perform threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, and implement mitigation strategies.
Develop and refine incident response playbooks and procedures.
Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for high-priority incidents to prevent recurrence.
Collaborate with internal teams and clients to strengthen security posture.
Provide technical expertise and guidance on security incidents and resolutions.
Participate in the on-call rota to provide 24/7 incident response support.
Contribute to process improvements and knowledge-sharing within the SOC team.

Skills/Must have:
Minimum of 4 years' experience in a SOC or managed security environment.
Strong knowledge of network security (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs).
Proficiency in incident response, threat analysis, and vulnerability management.
Experience working with SIEM tools for monitoring and event analysis.
Understanding of malware analysis, forensic investigations, and endpoint security.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders