Cyber Security/ SOC Analyst – SIEM, ArcSight, SANS,ISC2, DV Cleared, Wiltshire
Posted 4 days ago by Bangura Solutions
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role is for a Senior SOC Analyst with DV clearance, focusing on threat detection, incident response, and security operations. Candidates should have extensive experience in Tier 2/3 SOC environments and possess industry-standard security qualifications. The position requires expertise in SIEM technologies, particularly ArcSight, and the ability to develop detection use-cases and response playbooks. A strong understanding of cloud security and analytical skills in forensic analysis is also essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage escalations and lead incident investigations within Tier 2/3 SOCs.
- Analyse security alerts and make strategic recommendations for remediation.
- Develop detection use-cases, analytics, and automated response playbooks.
- Integrate cloud security monitoring with traditional SOC tools.
- Conduct forensic analysis, log analysis, and malware investigations.
Key Skills:
- Recognised cybersecurity certifications (SANS GIAC, ISC2 CISSP, etc.).
- Proven experience in Tier 2/3 SOC operations.
- Proficiency in SIEM technologies, especially ArcSight.
- Strong analytical skills and experience in incident response.
- Knowledge of cloud security models (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Wiltshire
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
We are seeking a proven DV cleared seasoned cybersecurity professional with a passion for threat detection, incident response, and security operations? Do you thrive in high-pressure environments and possess the expertise to manage complex security challenges? If so, we invite you to explore this exclusive opportunity to join our organisation as a Senior SOC Analyst.
Industry-Standard SOC Security Qualifications
Candidates must hold recognised certifications such as SANS GIAC (GSEC, GCIA, GCIH), ISC2 CISSP, or equivalent credentials. These demonstrate your technical mastery in security concepts, incident handling, and best practices crucial for safeguarding enterprise environments.
Proven Tier 2/3 SOC Experience
You should have substantial hands-on experience operating within Tier 2/3 SOCs, managing escalations, analysing sophisticated alerts, and leading incident investigations. Your experience should reflect a deep understanding of threat landscapes, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies in enterprise contexts.
Advanced Security Event Triage & Incident Response Skills:
Proficiency in quickly analysing security alerts, determining the scope, potential impact, and urgency of security events, and making informed, strategic recommendations for remediation. Your ability to prioritise incidents effectively underpins the SOC’s operational effectiveness.
Expertise in SIEM Technologies & Engineering:
Deep experience with ArcSight and similar SIEM platforms, including custom rule creation, alert tuning, and log source integration. Your technical acumen ensures the SOC’s detection capabilities are optimised and adaptive to emerging threats.
Development of Use-Cases, Analytics, & Playbooks:
Proven ability to design and implement detection use-cases, develop analytics for anomaly detection, and create automated or semi-automated response playbooks that improve SOC efficiency and incident handling consistency.
Understanding of Cloud Security & Hybrid Environments:
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security models, with experience integrating cloud security monitoring with traditional on-premises SOC tools to provide comprehensive threat visibility.
Strong analytical mindset with experience in forensic analysis, log analysis, and malware investigation, enabling you to uncover hidden threats and root causes.
Minorities, women, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Interviews will take place next week, so please apply immediately or call Bangura Solutions to discuss this contract opportunity further.