SOC Tier 2 Analyst

LA International • TRAFFIC • Berkshire, Reading, United Kingdom • 20h ago

SOC Tier 2 Analyst

6 Month contract initially. Based: Remote/Reading - Hybrid. Max 3 days per week onsite. Rate: Market rates per day (via Umbrella company).

We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We an opportunity for a SOC Tier 2 Analyst to strengthen the Security Operations Center.

Seeking an experienced SOC L2 Analyst to strengthen our Security Operations Center. As a Tier 2 CERT Analyst, the candidate will investigate and remediate security incidents using tools such as Splunk and Defender and other security stacks.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in monitoring and analysing security incidents in SOC. They will also conduct quality assurance for the L1 team and suggest improvements to processes followed.

Key Responsibilities

Incident Detection and Response: Utilize advanced SIEM tools, threat intelligence platforms, and other security technologies to analyse and correlate security alerts.
Threat Hunting & Analysis: Proactively search for threats across the environment using behavioural analysis and threat intelligence data; analyse data from logs, network traffic, endpoint activities, and threat intelligence feeds to detect unusual or malicious activity.
Incident Forensics: Perform in depth forensic analysis to determine the scope, impact, and root cause of incidents; collect, preserve, and analyse evidence related to breaches, intrusions, or malware infections while adhering to legal and regulatory requirements.
Remediation and Recovery: Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and ensure proper actions are taken to block further attacks.
Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all incident response activities align with industry standards, regulations, and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA); work with legal and compliance teams to manage incidents within the scope of data privacy laws and regulations.

Key Skills & Experience

Proficient in incident response tools and techniques, including network and system forensics, malware analysis, and memory analysis.
Expertise in analysing and responding to threats on different platforms (Windows, Linux, cloud environments, etc.).
Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.) to automate tasks or create custom detection methods.
Strong experience in handling complex cyber incidents (e.g., APTs, ransomware, data breaches).
Hands on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight, LogRhythm) and endpoint detection/response (EDR) tools.

Certifications (Preferred)

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Incident Handler (GCIH, EC-Council)
Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE)
GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)

This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work. If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now with your CV. We will respond as soon as possible.

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