Security Operations Center Analyst

SecOps AnalystFrontline Consultancy | One vacancy

Location: Handforth, Cheshire — hybrid workingHours: 37.5 hours per weekSalary: £50,000–£60,000 per year, depending on experienceContract: PermanentCan you investigate a security alert, understand its potential impact and explain clearly what needs to happen next?We’re recruiting a SecOps Analyst to join Frontline Consultancy’s Managed Services team, working closely with our Cyber Security Manager to protect customer and internal environments.This hands-on role combines security investigations, customer reporting and fourth-line technical escalation support for complex security and cloud incidents.

You’ll take ownership of investigations and help improve how we monitor, respond and communicate.What you’ll be doingMonitoring, investigating and responding to cybersecurity alerts and incidents.Analysing technical evidence to establish severity, scope and potential impact, and recommending containment and remediation actions.Taking ownership of complex security and cloud investigations, working with internal specialists, vendors and technology partners.Escalating significant incidents and risks to the Cyber Security Manager.Producing clear security reports that explain findings and recommended actions to technical and non-technical audiences.Contributing to root cause analysis, incident reviews and customer service reviews.Maintaining runbooks, playbooks and knowledge articles, and improving security tooling, automation and operational processes.What we’re looking forExperience in IT support, cybersecurity or a related technical service environment.Practical experience investigating security alerts, incidents or security-related technical issues.Strong troubleshooting skills and experience managing complex incidents and technical escalations.A broad understanding of Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows, identity, endpoint and networking technologies.An understanding of common threats, vulnerabilities, attack techniques and indicators of compromise.Familiarity with SIEM, EDR/XDR, firewalls, identity protection and vulnerability-management technologies.The ability to assess evidence from multiple sources, determine appropriate actions and communicate clearly.A methodical approach, strong attention to detail and sound judgement about when to escalate.Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender XDR, KQL, Microsoft Entra ID, Tenable Nessus, Qualys or the MITRE ATT&CK framework would be advantageous. Experience within an MSP, MSSP or SOC would also be useful.Relevant security certifications are welcome, and equivalent knowledge gained through practical industry experience will be considered.What we offer£50,000–£60,000 per year, depending on experience.Hybrid working between home and our Handforth office.22 days’ annual leave plus UK bank holidays.An additional day off for your birthday and two additional days at Christmas.Company laptop and access to our company benefits package.Pension scheme after three months’ service.Some out-of-hours and weekend work will be required.To apply, email your CV to recruitment@frontline-consultancy.co.uk with “SecOps Analyst” in the subject line.