SOC Analyst

Location: Preston UK (Onsite 5 days per week)

Clearance: Active DV required

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior SOC Analyst to play a pivotal role in the establishment, operation, and continuous improvement of a critical Security Operations Centre (SOC) supporting a major programme. You will act as the senior escalation point for security incidents, oversee detection capability, and ensure SOC services meet agreed quality and assurance standards within a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the escalation point for all security incidents
• Report incidents and SOC performance metrics to SOC Leadership
• Define, specify, and agree SIEM detection content and use-case development
• Liaise with 3rd party provider on configuration changes, enhancements, and operational alignment
• Support the establishment and scaling of the SOC and dependent se...