Junior SOC Analyst

Claranet

Leeds

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

About The Role

Position Summary

SOC Analysts have responsibility for leading incident response efforts, monitoring security events, analysing logs and data for threats, providing proactive threat intelligence, managing security tools, mentoring shift leads, preparing comprehensive incident reports, conducting security assessments, coordinating incident handling, promoting security awareness, and driving continuous improvement within the SOC. The role is crucial in protecting the organisation and enhancing security operations to mitigate risks effectively.

Objectives and Key Results

The key objectives will be to:

Be responsible for incident analysis, classification and response actions including notification and alerting.
Monitor for possible security incidents, using knowledge of attack types and standard protocol behaviour to classify incidents, comment, and provide advice on mitigation or remedial actions to clients.
Work with other SOC analysts, the Shift Lead, Senior SOC Analysts and the SOC Team Lead on any delegated tasks. This may include mentorship, rule tuning, threat hunting, reports and service improvements.
Conduct incident triage on new tickets in line with established triage SLAs.
Raise incidents to customers as appropriate, in line with established notification SLAs.
Escalate incidents to a Level 1 SOC Analyst or Shift Lead as appropriate.

Including, for suitably experienced candidates:

Be the point of escalation for Junior analysts.
Assist with the training and further development of Junior analysts.
Conduct threat hunting activity.
Contribute to rule tuning/suppression/baselining activity as appropriate.
Assist with monthly reporting and service review preparation as required.
Support service improvement projects as required by Shift Lead or Level 2 analysts.

Teams to collaborate with

Customer Experience and Managed Services – ensure we are consistently providing the best service to our customers, proactively monitoring their needs, and integrating their feedback into our future portfolio and propositions
Engineering – ensure that customer onboarding and on-going tuning is carried out effectively, including reporting any technical issues with live services
Security Optimisation – contribute to reporting and service reviews for customers, including identifying opportunities to improve the service we are delivering to customers

About You

Behavioural Competencies – Organisational and Behavioural

Ability to multi-task, prioritise, and manage time effectively
Strong attention to detail and intellectually curious
Excellent interpersonal skills and professional demeanour
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Candidate must be eligible to obtain Security Clearance

Critical competencies – Technical

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent demonstrated experience and knowledge
1-3 years' experience as a Security/Network Administrator or equivalent knowledge
Knowledge of various security methodologies and processes, and technical security solutions (firewall, SIEM and intrusion detection/prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, etc.)
Knowledge of TCP/IP Protocols, network analysis, and network/security applications; and a good background with network troubleshooting and technologies; Firewall configuration, monitoring, network packet capture (tcpdump/Wireshark), etc.
Excellent understanding of commonly used Internet protocols such as SMTP, HTTP, and DNS
Incident Response: Strong knowledge and experience in handling security incidents, including identifying, analysing, and responding to security events in real-time
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS): Familiarity with IDS/IPS technologies, their configuration, and their use in monitoring and protecting networks from potential threats
Threat Intelligence: Understanding of threat intelligence feeds and their application in identifying and mitigating potential threats, as well as the ability to leverage threat intelligence platforms effectively
Malware Analysis: Familiarity with basic malware analysis techniques, such as static and dynamic analysis, to identify and understand the behaviour of malicious software
Vulnerability Management: Experience with vulnerability scanning tools, knowledge of common vulnerabilities and exposures (CVEs), and the ability to prioritise and remediate vulnerabilities effectively
Endpoint Security: Understanding of endpoint protection technologies (antivirus, host-based intrusion detection systems, etc.) and the ability to monitor and respond to security events on endpoints
Secure Network Architecture: Knowledge of secure network design principles, including segmentation, DMZ, VPNs, and network access controls
Threat Hunting: Ability to proactively search for signs of potential threats or security breaches within the network environment using various techniques and tools
Cloud Security: Understanding of cloud security concepts, including secure configuration, identity and access management (IAM), and monitoring of cloud environments
Security Standards and Frameworks: Familiarity with industry security standards and frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls

In addition, the following are highly desirable:

Cyber Security Training Certifications, including:
- SANS
- CREST
- COMPTIA Network+, Linux+, Security+, CySA+
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) and Security Operations Analyst (SC-200)
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- Blue Team Level 1
Experience of ticketing systems to manage communication with customers
Understanding of performing 1st level analysis and interpretation of information from SOC systems; incident identification/analysis, escalation procedures, and reduction of false-positives

About Us

About Claranet

Founded at the beginning of the dot.com bubble in 1996, our CEO Charles Nasser had a light bulb moment to develop a truly customer-focused IT business. Since then, Claranet has grown from an Internet Service Provider (ISP) in the UK to being one of the leading business modernisation experts, who deliver solutions across 11+ countries.

At Claranet, we’re experienced in implementing progressive technology solutions which help our customers solve their epic business challenges. We’re committed to understanding their problems, delivering answers quickly, and making a lasting impact to their business.

We are agile, focused and experienced in business modernisation. Our approach helps customers make genuine, significant shifts in their business strategy, to deliver financial savings, boost innovation, and create a resilient business. We continually invest in our people and the latest technologies, so our customers get peace of mind knowing that they have access to the best talent and services.

In the UK we have over 500 staff working in London, Gloucester, Warrington, Bristol, and Leeds, or as homeworkers.

Working For Claranet

Here at Claranet we pride ourselves on going the extra mile for and with our employees (yes, we really mean it). We offer an extensive benefits package that you can tailor to your needs, inclusive of a matching contribution pension scheme, healthcare, insurance, dental, discounted gyms and app supported benefit access.

But what we think makes us different is ‘Team Claranet,’ our dedicated internal part of the business that supports you with matters close to your heart. We proudly support local charities in each of our office locations, support employees with paid charity leave, organise key charity fundraising event per year and have a dedicated committee responsible for supporting employee’s fundraising efforts.

Claranet are one of the 10 founding members of TC4RE (Technology Community for Racial Equality). Being a part of a group of leading UK technology organisations, we are dedicated to building a more diverse and inclusive workforce. We are also very proud members of Tech Talent Charter, a government supported, industry-led membership group created to address the UK’s tech talent shortage and diversity gap through collective action.

Our Vision

Our vision is to become the most trusted technology solutions partner; renowned for being the best and brightest, having lasting impact with our customers and delivering exceptional returns to our stakeholders.