Ever looked at a SOC and thought, “I’d design that differently”? Here’s your chance. This is your opportunity to take true ownership of our end‑to‑end SOC architecture – defining how our platforms, detections and controls evolve to meet client, regulatory and business needs. You’ll play a key role in influencing how our services grow, introducing new technologies and embedding a strong security‑by‑design culture across everything we do.
This is a hybrid role, with 2 days per week based in either Hemel Hempstead or Farnborough.Please note: you must be eligible for SC and DV clearance.
What you’ll be doing
- Owning the SOC architecture, ensuring designs, integrations and operating models meet regulatory and assurance requirements.
- Producing both high‑ and low‑level security control designs, including defining testing requirements.
- Setting and governing standards for detection content, including rules, use cases and correlation logic.
- Acting as the technical authority for client security designs and technology roadmaps.
- Leading SOC maturity initiatives in support of CREST accreditation.
- Identifying and introducing technologies that enhance analyst effectiveness, including automation and AI.
What you’ll bring
- Proven experience designing or owning security architectures within SOC, MSSP or complex security environments.
- Strong understanding of detection engineering and SOC operations.
- Ability to oversee security platforms and integrations holistically.
- Knowledge of governance, compliance and accreditation frameworks such as CREST.
- Experience assuring technical architectures using secure‑by‑design principles.
It would be great if you had
Existing SC or DV clearance.
Employment Type: Permanent.
Location: Hybrid fixed – 2 days per week in Hemel Hempstead or Farnborough.
Security Clearance Level: SC cleared and eligible for DV clearance.
Internal Recruiter: Jane.
Salary: Up to £90,000.
Benefits: £5,400 car allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private medical, life assurance, and pension.
Equality and Diversity Statement
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a disability, who meets the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, please let us know when completing your application.
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