SOC Analyst

Location: Cheltenham

Career Level: Senior Analyst

Please Note: Due to the nature of client work you will be undertaking, you will need to be willing to go through a Security Clearance process as part of this role, which requires 5+ years UK address history at the point of application.

Be an integral part of our SOC team, responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a passion for cybersecurity to gain hands on experience and grow within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

• Monitoring and responding to alerts.
• Escalating alerts where necessary.
• Proposing tuning requests.
• Producing reports.
• Maintaining awareness of the latest threats and vulnerabilities.
• Mentoring colleagues.

• One to two years of experience in a similar role desirable.
• A good understanding of computer networks, operating systems, software, hardware and security.
• An understanding of cyber security risks associated with various technologies and ways to manage them.
• A good working knowledge of various security technologies such as network and application firewalls, host intrusion prevention and antivirus.
• Any relevant academic or industry specific training.

• Understanding of basic cybersecurity principles and concepts.
• Knowledge of common attack vectors and malware types.
• Awareness of security tools and technologies.
• Good understanding of incident response principles.

At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance, and three extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice. Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there may be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first class services we are known for.

Accenture reserves the right to close the role should a suitable applicant be found. Closing date for applications 25/06/26.

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.