We are looking for a proactive SOC Analyst to monitor, detect, investigate, and respond to cyber security threats using the Splunk Enterprise Security toolset. The role will support the organisation's security operations by analysing alerts, investigating incidents, and helping strengthen cyber defence capabilities.
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Monitor security events and alerts through Splunk Enterprise Security.
- Investigate and triage security incidents in accordance with established procedures.
- Perform threat detection, log analysis, and event correlation.
- Escalate significant security incidents to senior analysts and management.
- Assist with threat hunting and vulnerability remediation activities.
- Create and maintain incident documentation and reports.
- Contribute to the development of SIEM use cases and SOC playbooks
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2+ years of experience in a SOC or cyber security operations role.
- Hands-on experience with Splunk Enterprise Security and security monitoring tools.
- Understanding of network security, endpoint security, and common attack techniques.
- Familiarity with incident response processes and threat intelligence.
- Relevant certifications such as Security+, Splunk Certified User, or equivalent are desirable.
We have a high-performance culture which is balanced evenly with world-class well-being initiatives and benefits:
- Flexible Working: Balance your work and personal life with our flexible working options.
- Generous Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
- Medicash & Critical Illness Scheme
- Financial & Investment Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our Pension, Life Assurance, and Share Save Scheme.
- Community & Volunteering Programmes: Make a difference in your community with our volunteering opportunities.
- Green Car Scheme: Drive green and save money with our eco-friendly car scheme.
- Cycle Scheme: Stay fit and healthy with our cycle-to-work scheme.
- Special Time Off: Take time off for those big moments in life, like getting married/entering into a civil partnership, becoming a grandparent, and welcoming home a new pet.
- Family Planning: Benefit from our generous maternity and paternity leave, as well as time off and support for those undergoing fertility treatments.
We assess, develop and manage cyber threats across our increasingly connected society. We advise global technology, manufacturers, financial institutions, critical national infrastructure providers, retailers and governments on the best way to keep businesses, software and personal data safe.
With our knowledge, experience and global footprint, we are best placed to help businesses identify, assess, mitigate & respond to the risks they face.
We are passionate about making the Internet safer and revolutionising the way in which organisations think about cyber security.
Headquartered in Manchester, UK, with over 35 offices across the world, NCC Group employs more than 2,000 people and is a trusted advisor to 15,000 clients worldwide.
We review every application received and will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. If you don’t hear back from us within 10 days, please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies and we would encourage you to keep an eye on our career opportunities as there may be other suitable roles.
If you do not want us to retain your details, you can utilise the Manage Your Data tool provided by Pinpoint or contact us directly at:
[email protected]. All personal data is held in accordance with the NCC Group Privacy Notice.
We are committed to diversity and flexibility in the workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, please tell us at any stage.
Please note that this role involves mandatory pre-employment background checks due to the nature of the work NCC Group does. To apply, you must be willing and able to undergo the vetting process.