SOC Analyst

At the heart of everything we do is our vision to change lives every day, and our mission to grow The National Lottery responsibly and champion its impact.   We are Allwyn UK, part of the Allwyn Entertainment Group - a multi-national lottery operator with a market-leading presence across the USA (Michigan and Illinois) and Europe, including Czech Republic, Austria, Greece, Cyprus and Italy. While the main contribution of The National Lottery to society is through the funds to good causes, at Allwyn we put our purpose and values at the heart of everything we do.  Join us as we embark on a once-in-a-lifetime, largescale transformation journey by creating a National Lottery that delivers more money to good causes.    We'll talk a bit more about us further down the page, but for now - let's talk about the role and who we're looking for...  A bit about the role The SOC Analyst is responsible for monitoring, investigating, analysing and responding to cyber security events and incidents across the organisation's technology estate. The role forms part of a 24x7 Security Operations Centre and plays a critical role in maintaining cyber threat detection, incident response, operational resilience and information security assurance.The SOC Analyst serves as the primary operational practitioner within the SOC and is responsible for delivering consistent, high-quality monitoring and investigation activities while supporting continuous service improvement and professional development. What you'll be doing  Security Monitoring & Threat DetectionMonitor security monitoring platforms and technologies on a continuous basisReview, triage and investigate security alertsIdentify indicators of compromise, suspicious activity and potential cyber threatsEscalate validated incidents in accordance with defined proceduresMaintain awareness of current threat activity and attack techniquesCyber Security Incident ResponseParticipate in cyber security incident investigationsCollect, analyse and document relevant evidenceSupport containment, eradication and recovery activities where requiredEnsure incident records remain accurate and completeAssist in the preparation of incident reports and post-incident reviewsOperational ExcellenceFollow established playbooks, procedures and security operations processesEnsure investigations are conducted consistently and accuratelyMaintain documentation to required quality standardsSupport operational handovers between shiftsContribute to service continuity across the SOC operating modelContinuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities to improve operational processesProvide feedback on alert quality and detection effectivenessContribute to knowledge sharing and operational learning activitiesSupport implementation of service improvements and new capabilitiesProfessional DevelopmentMaintain current knowledge of cyber security threats and technologiesParticipate in structured learning and development activitiesWork towards development objectives aligned to the SOC Capability & Career FrameworkWhat experience we're looking for  EssentialExperience working within a Security Operations Centre, cyber security function or equivalent operational security environmentUnderstanding of cyber security principles, threats and attack methodologiesExperience investigating security alerts and incidentsFamiliarity with SIEM, EDR and security monitoring technologiesUnderstanding of incident management processesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work effectively within a shift-based operational environmentDesirableExperience with Microsoft Defender technologiesExperience with Elastic SIEMFamiliarity with cloud platforms including AWS and AzureExperience using ServiceNow or similar ticketing platformsKnowledge of threat intelligence frameworksBasic scripting or automation experience Working Conditions24x7 shift-based working patternParticipation in weekends, nights and public holiday cover as requiredRequirement to successfully complete appropriate background screeningMay be required to support major incidents outside normal duties Career ProgressionThis role forms part of the Security Operations career pathway and provides progression opportunities to Senior SOC Analyst and future specialist pathways through demonstrated capability, performance and professional development.About us At Allwyn, we are dedicated to changing lives and growing the National Lottery responsibly, championing its positive impact on people, places, and the planet.  Innovation - We pride ourselves on it! We're constantly looking for new ways to excite our customers, bringing new products to market to enjoy which is all supported by our responsible play values and making them accessible to all.  Giving back - Did you know that playing the lottery generates around £30m a week for charities and good causes in the UK? Our aim is to have doubled this number by the end of the first 10-year license. Sustainability - Our aim is to become a net zero national lottery. We have 2030 targets to decarbonise our operations and energy. We've already transitioned to renewable energy providers, made our London and Watford offices zero gas, and ensured our fleet consists of low-emission vehicles. In addition, we're working with our value chain partners to develop a net zero target date. Empowering every voice - We believe in creating a culture where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, has access to opportunities and can thrive for the benefit of good causes.  Our diverse teams are working hard to make all parts of The National Lottery inclusive - whether people play a game in a store or online, because when everyone can play, everyone wins..  An inclusive reward offering with wellbeing at the centre At Allwyn, inclusion is built into how we care for our people. Our benefits and policies support colleagues and their families at every stage of life and career. By prioritising wellbeing and belonging, we create a workplace where everyone feels valued, rewarded, and empowered to succeed. Our people are more than colleagues - they're winners, driving positive change and making a real difference in communities.  Benefits Company Bonus Scheme Matched pension contributions up to 8.5% 26 days annual leave + 2 Life Days (and bank holidays) Single Private Health Cover Complimentary Private Medical Income Protection  Flexible Benefits - EV Scheme, Money Coach, Will Writing, Mortgage Advice, Dental and Eye Care Schemes. Enhanced Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity, Adoption) Wellness Allowance £500 Employee Assistance Programme Discounted Health Assessments Volunteering Days Matched Funding  We are a Disability Confident Leader which means we've taken proactive steps to ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive for disabled and neurodivergent colleagues and candidates. As part of this we offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential requirements of the job.  If you need any assistance or adjustments to this job description or in the application process, please contact a member of the talent team at careers@allwyn.co.uk and we'll be happy to help.