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Senior SOC Analyst

Job Posted: 8 hours ago

Salary: £ 500 - 573 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Glasgow

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Your New Company and Role

We're working with a leading organisation seeking a Senior SOC Analyst to join their team in Glasgow on a 12-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of cyber defence, protecting critical systems from evolving threats.

As part of a 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) team, you'll monitor systems, detect potential incidents, and initiate the incident response process. Your key responsibilities will include:

Continuous Monitoring: Use SIEM tools (including Splunk) to identify suspicious activity and respond efficiently.
Incident Triage: Analyse alerts and logs to determine genuine incidents and prioritise accordingly.
Initial Incident Response: Perform containment actions and escalate to senior analysts for deeper investigation.
Reporting & Documentation: Create detailed incident reports and maintain accurate records.
Tool Management: Assist in maintaining and optimising security tools for peak performance.

What You'll Need to Succeed 

Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
Hands-on experience with Splunk in a SOC environment.
Solid understanding of networking (TCP/IP, DNS), operating systems (Windows/Linux), and common cyber-attack techniques.
A degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT, or equivalent experience.
Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or similar are highly desirable.

What You'll Get in Return 

Competitive daily rate up to £573.
12-month contract with potential for extension.
Opportunity to work in a high-performing SOC team on mission-critical projects.

What you need to do now 
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