SOC Analyst
Posted 1 day ago by Ventula Consulting
£50,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
Cardiff, Wales, UK
Summary: The SOC Analyst role focuses on enhancing the cyber defense capabilities of a major UK infrastructure organization. This position involves hands-on work with Microsoft security tools and requires the analyst to manage monitoring tools, respond to threats, and improve infrastructure protection. The role is hybrid, requiring three days on-site in Cardiff. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in IT and cybersecurity, particularly with Microsoft Sentinel and Defender.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deploying and optimising Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender
- Monitoring alerts, investigating incidents, and supporting response efforts
- Managing core security infrastructure including Firewalls, antivirus, encryption, and cloud platforms
- Supporting audits, compliance reviews, and risk assessments
- Collaborating with internal teams and third-party partners to drive secure operations
Key Skills:
- 5+ years in IT and/or cybersecurity roles
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Defender
- Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Azure security services (ideal but not essential)
- A recognised security qualification (eg, CISMP, GSEC, Level 4+ apprenticeship)
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently
- Comfortable working across multiple sites (occasional UK travel required)
- Familiarity with ISMS, GDPR, NIS, and ITIL frameworks
Salary (Rate): £50,000 yearly
City: Cardiff
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
SOC Analyst - Infrastructure - Up to £50,000pa - Cardiff
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid - 3 days onsite)
Salary: Up to £50,000
A major UK infrastructure organisation is seeking a SOC Analyst to help strengthen its cyber defence capabilities. This is a great opportunity to join a Microsoft-focused environment and work hands-on with leading security tools like Microsoft Sentinel and Defender .
You'll support the organisation's security operations by deploying and managing monitoring tools, responding to threats, and enhancing infrastructure protection across IT and OT environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deploying and optimising Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender
- Monitoring alerts, investigating incidents, and supporting response efforts
- Managing core security infrastructure including Firewalls, antivirus, encryption, and cloud platforms
- Supporting audits, compliance reviews, and risk assessments
- Collaborating with internal teams and third-party partners to drive secure operations
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- 5+ years in IT and/or cybersecurity roles
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Defender
- Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Azure security services (ideal but not essential)
- A recognised security qualification (eg, CISMP, GSEC, Level 4+ apprenticeship)
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently
- Comfortable working across multiple sites (occasional UK travel required)
- Familiarity with ISMS, GDPR, NIS, and ITIL frameworks
This role is hybrid with 3 days per week onsite in Cardiff
If you're an experienced SOC Analyst ready to join a Microsoft-centric environment and play a key role in protecting critical infrastructure, apply now .