Summary: The Junior SOC Analyst role at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence involves working in a dedicated Security Operations Centre (SOC) to monitor and investigate security incidents within cloud-hosted networks. The position requires existing security clearances and entails hands-on responsibilities in a 24/7 operational environment. Analysts will utilize various security tools to detect cyber threats and support incident response efforts. The role emphasizes collaboration and continuous improvement of security practices in response to evolving threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor, triage, analyse and investigate alerts, log data and network traffic to identify cyber-attacks/security incidents.
• Categorise all suspected incidents in line with the Security Incident policy.
• Recognise potential intrusion attempts and compromises through detailed analysis.
• Write high-quality security incident tickets and assist with remediation activities.
• Produce security incident review reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Understand and apply Threat Intelligence in operational environments.
• Support incident response to national scale incidents in a coaching capacity.
• Collaborate with other teams to enhance services based on customer needs.

Key Skills:

• Basic Python and/or scripting skills.
• Experience with Splunk and Sentinel.
• Strong understanding of security architecture and networking.
• Detailed knowledge of threat intelligence and threat actors.
• Experience in investigating complex network intrusions.
• Understanding of TCP/IP and cloud services (AWS/Azure).
• Client-side consulting and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Leeds

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Entry Level

Industry: IT