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SOC Analyst

Corsham
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SOC Analyst - Corsham - Circa £46,000 per annum - On-site (5 days per week)
Permanent | SC Clearance Required.
Deerfoot Recruitment is working on behalf of a leading organisation seeking to hire an experienced SOC Analyst to join their Security Operations Centre based in Corsham. This is a full-time, on-site role requiring 5 days per week presence.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in monitoring, analysing, and responding to security threats using tools such as Splunk, Flexera, and other industry-standard SIEM platforms. You'll investigate security incidents, coordinate with other IT and security teams, and support continuous improvement of threat detection and response processes.
Key Requirements:

Previous experience in a SOC Analyst or similar cybersecurity role
Strong expertise in Splunk or similar SIEM tools
Familiarity with Flexera for vulnerability management
Understanding of firewalls, network protocols, intrusion detection/prevention systems
Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, Splunk) advantageous
Must be eligible for Developed Vetting (DV) clearance, requiring 10 years continuous UK residencyPlease Note: All offers will be subject to standard pre-employment checks including ID, employment history (last 3 years), immigration status, and an unspent criminal record check.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, inclusive environment with strong investment in training, development, and employee wellbeing.
To apply or learn more, please contact us today at Deerfoot Recruitment.

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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