Security Operations Center Analyst

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Cyber Security Analyst

Location: Andover, Hampshire

Shift Pattern (Day/Night)

Security Clearance: SC clearance required,

Job Type: Permanent | Competitive Salary + On Call/Shift Allowance

Are you ready to take the next step in a fast‑paced, high‑performing Security Operations environment?

CND is looking for a Senior SOC Analyst to deliver 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) services across multiple platforms and mission‑critical client environments. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation, take real ownership, and play a key role in protecting a diverse client base against evolving cyber threats.

Why join CND?

  • Well‑designed shift pattern that genuinely supports work–life balance
  • Regular 5‑day breaks built into the rota
  • At least two weekends off per month, which is rare in 24/7 SOC environments
  • Join a rapidly expanding team investing in new capabilities and empowering analysts to develop and progress

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high‑quality security analysis by reviewing SIEM outputs and taking appropriate investigative and response actions
  • Drive improvements across monitoring capability, processes, and tooling
  • Engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders, from technical teams to non‑technical clients
  • Remain flexible on location, with some client on‑site support required, balanced to support your wellbeing
  • Contribute ideas and recommendations to enhance CND’s internal security posture
  • Proactively support client requirements, offering guidance on complex technical security challenges
  • Act as an escalation point for junior analysts and manage incidents through investigation to response

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Strong experience working with SIEM technologies such as Splunk, ArcSight, LogRhythm, or AlienVault
  • Solid understanding of how to maximise the value of security tooling
  • Exposure to building SOC capability and advising customers on improving their security environments
  • Experience or interest in SOC process, procedure, and playbook development
  • Confidence operating as a senior escalation point and incident lead

How to Apply

If this sounds like an environment where you would thrive, please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your suitability, contract rate, and availability to:

CNDJobs@CNDLtd.comCND Limited is acting as an Employer in relation to this vacancy.

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Company: Computer Network Defence Ltd (CND)
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Location: Andover
Job Description:

Cyber Security Analyst

Location: Andover, Hampshire

Shift Pattern (Day/Night)

Security Clearance: SC clearance required,

Job Type: Permanent | Competitive Salary + On Call/Shift Allowance

Are you ready to take the next step in a fast‑paced, high‑performing Security Operations environment?

CND is looking for a Senior SOC Analyst to deliver 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) services across multiple platforms and mission‑critical client environments. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation, take real ownership, and play a key role in protecting a diverse client base against evolving cyber threats.

Why join CND?

  • Well‑designed shift pattern that genuinely supports work–life balance
  • Regular 5‑day breaks built into the rota
  • At least two weekends off per month, which is rare in 24/7 SOC environments
  • Join a rapidly expanding team investing in new capabilities and empowering analysts to develop and progress

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high‑quality security analysis by reviewing SIEM outputs and taking appropriate investigative and response actions
  • Drive improvements across monitoring capability, processes, and tooling
  • Engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders, from technical teams to non‑technical clients
  • Remain flexible on location, with some client on‑site support required, balanced to support your wellbeing
  • Contribute ideas and recommendations to enhance CND’s internal security posture
  • Proactively support client requirements, offering guidance on complex technical security challenges
  • Act as an escalation point for junior analysts and manage incidents through investigation to response

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Strong experience working with SIEM technologies such as Splunk, ArcSight, LogRhythm, or AlienVault
  • Solid understanding of how to maximise the value of security tooling
  • Exposure to building SOC capability and advising customers on improving their security environments
  • Experience or interest in SOC process, procedure, and playbook development
  • Confidence operating as a senior escalation point and incident lead

How to Apply

If this sounds like an environment where you would thrive, please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your suitability, contract rate, and availability to:

CNDJobs@CNDLtd.comCND Limited is acting as an Employer in relation to this vacancy.

Posted: May 13th, 2026