IT SOC Analyst

IT SOC Analyst required for my client based in Guildford for a permanent role paying approx. £55k

Work from home 2 days per week

You will be responsible for data analysis within the SOC. Monitoring the network and updating rules for different threats. Triaging alerts and incident response. Providing technical expertise and data analysis in the running of the SOC, incident managementand update alerts and rule sets, in agreement with the IT Security Manager.

**Key Tasks**
- Monitor and administer Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- Spotting anomalies within the log data
- Research latest threats and how to mitigate against them
- Implement best practice, e.g. CESG recommendations
- Alignment with security accreditations (such as ISO 27001)
- Take part in penetration tests and security audits to ensure alerts and logging levels are working correctly
- Configuring risk-based alerting
- Automation of alert response, using AI or ML
- Securing cloud technologies, Azure, M365 and AWS
- Review security policies and procedures
- Review and modify playbooks
- Generate monthly reports
- Create Splunk Apps and scripts using XML and Python
- Help with staff education, e.g. advisories, awareness and best practice
- Produce risk assurance documentation
- Document all changes
- Other tasks as directed by the IT Security Manager

Degree in Computing or equivalent
- MCSE, CCNA an advantage but not necessary
- Experience using Splunk
- Knowledge of Splunk Enterprise Security
- Knowledge of Azure and AWS
- Knowledge of Darktrace an advantage
- Linux/UNIX knowledge ideal
- Python scripting
- Good understanding of TCP/IP networking
- Competent troubleshooting skills
- Excellent inter-personal and communication skills, able to influence, persuade and negotiate with people at all levels (externally & internally) as well as to assist in reaching compromises when there are conflicting requirements
- High degree of organisation, self-motivation, and initiative
- Able to demonstrate company mindsets and behaviours; Be accountable, Drive & delivery, Communicate effectively, Self-manage effectively, Work as one team