SOC Analyst

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Enhance Our Security Posture and Shape the Future of Cyber Security As our SOC Analyst, you’ll play a key role in enhancing Cadent's security posture and shaping the processes, policies, and procedures that refine our practices moving forward. This isn’t just about monitoring alerts or managing tickets – this is about ensuring our systems remain safe and operational, providing consistent and uninterrupted service.

Working closely with offshore first-line analysts and the security engineering team, you’ll bring structure, insight, and leadership to our security operations. You’ll refine SIEM detection rules, improve event management across both IT and OT estates, and engage with key stakeholders to ensure our systems remain secure. You’ll also stay at the forefront of emerging security threats, trends, and technologies, driving continuous improvement initiatives.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to step into a visible and influential role, collaborating with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. You’ll be empowered to drive continuous improvement, shape our cyber security posture, and ensure our security operations are well-planned, well-governed, and well-executed.

Why you’ll love this role:
Strategic Visibility – Operate at the heart of our security operations, ensuring the safe and reliable delivery of gas.
End-to-End Ownership – Lead security operations across multiple areas, from alert triage to incident management and threat analysis.
Leadership Influence – Work closely with senior stakeholders, shaping our security posture and creating accountability at every level.
Agile Delivery – Flex between monitoring security events and stepping in to manage specific incidents when needed.
Continuous Improvement – Embed best practices across the function and improve how we monitor, respond to, and communicate security events. What you'll bring: You’re an experienced SOC Analyst who’s comfortable shaping security operations, coaching teams, and influencing at senior levels.

Strong SOC Background – Experience managing security operations with proven expertise in alert triage, incident management, and threat analysis.
Technical Credentials – Relevant certifications such as CEH, CompTIA Sec+, CompTIA Network+, and a solid grasp of SIEM and XDR tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel).
Delivery Versatility – Ability to step into incident management roles and flex to meet security needs as required.
Stakeholder Confidence – Skilled in building trust and influencing stakeholders at all levels, from field operatives to executive leaders.  

Looking to advance your career in cyber security? Join us as a SOC Analyst and play a pivotal role in maintaining the security of our systems and ensuring the safe and reliable delivery of gas. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team!

Please note that this position will close on Wednesday, 11th June, with interviews scheduled to commence from Monday, 16th June.

Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role

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