Senior SOC Analyst

Senior SOC Analyst – Kent/Hybrid – Up To £55K + Excellent Benefits

Goaco is a Digital Software Consultancy and we are currently looking for a SOC Analyst to join our dynamic team! We offer innovative digital and cyber security solutions to our clients who are from the public and private sectors. You’ll be working on interesting large-scale Government and private sector projects. We are looking to onboard an ambitious and goal-oriented Senior SOC Analyst to join our growing security team.

The person will be responsible for monitoring our information systems and networks to detect and respond to security incidents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain detailed incident reports and provide post-incident analysis to improve security measures.
• Continuously monitor network traffic, security alerts, and events to identify potential security incidents.
• Work closely with other teams, such as service desk or projects team, to address security issues and implement solutions.
• Utilise a variety of security tools, including SIEM systems, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and other monitoring and detection solutions.
• Detect and analyse security threats, anomalies, and potential breaches to assess their impact and severity.
• Respond to security incidents by following established procedures, containing threats, and mitigating potential damage.
• Analyse log data and security event information to identify trends and patterns that may indicate security issues.
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques to improve threat detection.
• Prioritise security alerts and incidents based on their severity and potential impact on the organisation.
• Ensure that security policies and procedures are followed and assist in the development and refinement of security policies.
• Proactively search for signs of advanced threats and vulnerabilities within the network.

Essential Experience:

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, including knowledge of common threats and vulnerabilities.
• Skilled in triaging alerts, performing root cause analysis, and implementing remediation actions.
• Knowledge of EDR solutions, such as MS Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike, Carbon Black, or SentinelOne. Knowledge of IDS/IPS is a plus.
• Advanced understanding of cybersecurity principles, attack vectors, threat actors, and the threat landscape. Strong knowledge on the CIA triad.
• Experience in managing and operating SIEM tools like Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight, or LogRhythm.
• Ability to create, tune, and manage custom detection rules, dashboards, and reports.
• Deep understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, SMTP) and their role in cybersecurity.
• Familiarity with network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls) and concepts like VPNs and VLANs.
• Capability to design and implement incident response plans, playbooks.

Desired Certifications:

• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH).
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP).
• GIAC Security Operations Certified (GSOC).
• Certified SOC Analyst (CSA).
• GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI).

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: Salary Expectations: £45,000 / £55,000
• Career Progression: Clear pathways for career development and progression within the company.
• Training & Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
• Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative, friendly, and ambitious team that values work-life balance and personal growth.
• 30 days annual leave, including bank holidays.