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SOC Analyst- (tier 2/tier 3 SOC analyst)- Higher Education

SOC Analyst with tier 2/tier 3 SOC analysis expertise and experience with SIEM solutions, EDR, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management platforms, and other security technologies, is urgently needed to work for our higher education client.

The SOC Analyst will be responsible for conducting proactive security monitoring, analysis, and assessment of security events to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities. Developing and enhancing monitoring capabilities to stay ahead of emerging threats.

SOC Analyst- (tier 2/tier 3 SOC analyst)- Higher Education- Essential Experience

• Experience of working as a senior SOC analyst and/or in a SOC leadership role.
• Skill with SIEM solutions, EDR, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management platforms, and other security technologies.
• Strong understanding of incident response procedures and methodologies.
• Experience of cloud security posture management and cloud security monitoring.
• Ability to security investigations and provide guidance and mentorship to junior Security Operations staff.
• Relevant qualification (GIAC, CISSP, etc.) or equivalent professional experience.
• In depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, and attack vectors

SOC Analyst- (tier 2/tier 3 SOC analyst)- Higher Education- Desirable Experience

• Knowledge and experience of national and international information security and digital data standards and laws relevant to the academic and research sectors including:
• Knowledge of data classification techniques
• Experience in developing and implementing information security strategy.

This is a 9 month assignment inside IR35 and requires 1-2 days on site per week in central London.

£400.00 to £500.00 per day inside IR35 depending on experience  

InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.