Cyber Security Analyst u2013 CSOC Analysis (Contract)
Location
London
Business Area
Legal, Compliance, and Risk
Ref #
10050105
**Description & Requirements**
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**About the Role**
We are hiring a **Cyber Security Analyst u2013 Analysis** to support a global, 24×7 Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC). This role focuses on **frontu2011line security event analysis and decisionu2011making** , acting as the initial responder to alerts while independently resolving security events using established playbooks and sound professional judgment.
This position is wellu2011suited for analysts who enjoy handsu2011on investigation, can confidently move beyond basic alert review, and know when and how to escalate issues with clear context. The role does not require full incident response ownership but plays a critical role in determining what requires deeper investigation and escalation.
**What You Will Do**
Act as the **initial responder** to security alerts and events across enterprise systems, endpoints, networks, and cloud environments Perform **event analysis and analysis** using documented playbooks, runbooks, and standard operating procedures Apply experienceu2011based judgment when alerts are unclear, incomplete, or fall outside existing procedures Validate alerts, identify false positives, and assess severity, scope, and potential business impact Conduct initial investigation and contextual analysis to support accurate decisionu2011making **Independently resolve and close security events, requesting assistance as needed** Escalate confirmed or highu2011risk incidents with **clear, detailed, and actionable case notes** Analyze logs and telemetry from multiple sources, including SIEM, endpoint, network, identity, and cloud platforms Collaborate with internal technical and business teams to support remediation and resolution Maintain highu2011quality documentation, including investigation notes and shift handovers Contribute feedback to improve detection logic, playbooks, and analysis workflows Stay current on emerging cyber threats, attacker techniques, and defensive best practices
**Required Experience & Skills**
Experience in a **Security Operations, SOC, CSOC, or security analysis role** **Minimum 1 year of experience** Strong proficiency in **log analysis** across multiple data sources (SIEM experience required; Splunk preferred) Solid understanding of: Enterprise networking concepts and the TCP/IP stack Endpoint and network security controls Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems Familiarity with security technologies such as EDR, antivirus, firewalls, VPNs, and identity systems Ability to **follow playbooks while adapting confidently** when procedures are incomplete or unavailable Comfortable working **independently** , prioritizing alerts, and making escalation decisions Clear written and verbal communication skills, particularly for investigation documentation A professional, customeru2011focused approach when working with internal stakeholders
**Preferred Qualifications**
Experience working in a **24×7 SOC or CSOC environment** Exposure to **cloud platforms** such as AWS, Azure, or GCP Experience with event correlation, enrichment, or alert tuning Familiarity with scripting or automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) Relevant security certifications (e.g., Security+, GCIH, GCED, or similar) Degree or formal training in information security, computer science, or a related field
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