SOC Analyst

Marcus Donald is currently looking for a SOC Analyst to join an exciting and growing team in the banking and financial industry.

My client is looking for someone who is ambitious, and hardworking. My client is offering a fully remote WFH situation and has said this is how it is going to stay for the foreseeable future. The team morale is always high and they ensure that communication is kept through the company to stay on top of everything. 

Essential skills - SOC Analyst:

• SIEM tool knowledge using Splunk, QRadar & LogRythem
• Strong knowledge of core internet technologies like DNS, HTTP & TLS and how to debug with common tools
• Scripting ability with any of the following: Python, Java, Go, Rust, PHP, Unix/Linux Shell, C#, or other common Web languages
• Unix/Linux or Windows System Administration
• Ability to read and understand system data including security event logs, system logs, application logs, and device logs, etc.

Key responsibilities - SOC Analyst:

• Managing security alerts from the Security Operations Centre. This involves working with third-party suppliers as well as internal stakeholders
• Maintain and enhance SOC tooling to improve detective capability
• Influence the build-out and continuous improvement of our security operations processes
• Monitor the estate for security incidents using tooling such as EDR tools. Security SIEM, email/web filtering, and all other security controls and systems operated by the SOC team
• Threat vulnerability management

Desired - SOC Analyst:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a security environment
• You hold at least two or more of the following security certificates: CISSP/CISM/GIAC/GCFE/GISP/GSEC/CEH or equivalent 
• Strong attention to detail

Not only is this an amazing opportunity, but it also comes with an amazing benefits package, some of which include, Private health care, Gym membership, Flexible benefits/rewards including dental insurance, healthcare, etc. This will be a great step for your career!

Should you be interested in the role, please contact me. You can also express your interest in the role by sending me an email, my email is bjames@marcusdonald.com. I am looking forward to seeing your CV’s