Cyber Security Operations Manager Liverpool (Hybrid) 75,000 We're working with a growing UK business looking to hire a Cyber Security Operations Manager to take full ownership of its security operations function, ensuring the organisation is protected, resilient, and continuously improving against an increasingly complex threat landscape. This is a high-impact position where you'll lead the security operations function end-to-end, driving improvements across threat detection, incident response, and overall security posture within a complex, evolving environment. The Role You'll take ownership of security operations, ensuring the business is protected against evolving threats while continuously improving processes, tooling, and team capability. Key responsibilities include: Leading the day-to-day operations of the Security Operations function, including oversight of any outsourced SOC Managing the full incident response lifecycle (detection through to recovery and post-incident review) Overseeing threat detection, vulnerability management, and cyber defence capabilities Driving improvements across SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, and security tooling Ensuring robust monitoring, alerting, and response across cloud, network, and endpoint environments Partnering with Infrastructure, Cloud, and Risk teams to strengthen security across the business Leading and developing a team of cyber engineers and analysts Driving automation initiatives to improve response times and operational efficiency Supporting governance, compliance, and audit requirements Reporting on security performance, risks, and KPIs to senior stakeholders What We're Looking For Proven experience leading a Security Operations or SOC function Strong understanding of SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, IDS/IPS, and security tooling Experience managing incident response and threat management in complex environments Strong knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls Experience working in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP) Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills Ability to balance hands-on technical understanding with strategic oversight Why Join? Opportunity to lead and shape the security operations function High visibility role across technology and leadership teams Business actively investing in cyber security and resilience If you're looking for a role where you can lead, influence, and strengthen cyber security at scale, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your most up to date CV. BH36094
29/04/2026
Full time
Cyber Security Operations Manager Liverpool (Hybrid) 75,000 We're working with a growing UK business looking to hire a Cyber Security Operations Manager to take full ownership of its security operations function, ensuring the organisation is protected, resilient, and continuously improving against an increasingly complex threat landscape. This is a high-impact position where you'll lead the security operations function end-to-end, driving improvements across threat detection, incident response, and overall security posture within a complex, evolving environment. The Role You'll take ownership of security operations, ensuring the business is protected against evolving threats while continuously improving processes, tooling, and team capability. Key responsibilities include: Leading the day-to-day operations of the Security Operations function, including oversight of any outsourced SOC Managing the full incident response lifecycle (detection through to recovery and post-incident review) Overseeing threat detection, vulnerability management, and cyber defence capabilities Driving improvements across SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, and security tooling Ensuring robust monitoring, alerting, and response across cloud, network, and endpoint environments Partnering with Infrastructure, Cloud, and Risk teams to strengthen security across the business Leading and developing a team of cyber engineers and analysts Driving automation initiatives to improve response times and operational efficiency Supporting governance, compliance, and audit requirements Reporting on security performance, risks, and KPIs to senior stakeholders What We're Looking For Proven experience leading a Security Operations or SOC function Strong understanding of SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, IDS/IPS, and security tooling Experience managing incident response and threat management in complex environments Strong knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls Experience working in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP) Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills Ability to balance hands-on technical understanding with strategic oversight Why Join? Opportunity to lead and shape the security operations function High visibility role across technology and leadership teams Business actively investing in cyber security and resilience If you're looking for a role where you can lead, influence, and strengthen cyber security at scale, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your most up to date CV. BH36094
SOC Analyst 75.48 p/hr (Inside IR35) Onsite Hereford 12 months Level 1 SOC Cyber Analyst to join the TMCT security team to serve as the first internal responder to alerts generated by our outsourced SOC provider. In this role the individual will perform initial triage, conduct low level investigations, interact directly with end users and asset owners, and escalate verified incidents for advanced analysis and response. The level 1 SOC analyst will act as a key link between our internal security team and the external SOC, ensuring that potential threats are quickly validated, documented, and routed through appropriate channels for resolution. Duties: Alert Triage: Review and assess alerts escalated by the outsourced SOC; validate their accuracy and determine potential impact. Initial Investigation: Perform first-line investigation using available tools (SIEM, Device Logs, firewall logs and SIEM alerts). User Interaction: Engage with affected end users or asset owners to collect additional information, verify events, or guide immediate containment steps (e.g.asset isolation, password reset). Escalation: Escalate confirmed or high severity incidents to the Level 2 SOC (outsourced) or internal incident response teams, ensuring complete and accurate handoff documentation. Incident Documentation: Create and maintain detailed case notes, timelines, and evidence within the case management system to support investigations and compliance requirements. Collaboration: Serve as the coordination point between the security team and the external SOC partner, maintaining strong communication and situational awareness. Playbook Execution: follow established triage and escalation playbooks; suggest improvements based on recurring issues or inefficiencies. Threat Awareness: Maintain awareness of current cyber threats, attacker techniques (MITRE ATT&CK), and industry trends relevant to the organisations threat landscape. Essential: 2-4 years of experience in a SOC, IT Operations, or security support role. Understanding of key security concepts including malware, phishing, lateral movement and privilege escalation. Working knowledge of network fundamentals, windows/Linux system logs and authentication systems. Working knowledge of SIEM platforms (e.g. Microsoft sentinel, Splunk, Elastic, QRadar). Desirable: Awareness of security frameworks and methodologies (NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, ISO27001). Qualifications: Desirable: CompTIA Security+, CySA+ or other entry level certification.
29/04/2026
Contractor
SOC Analyst 75.48 p/hr (Inside IR35) Onsite Hereford 12 months Level 1 SOC Cyber Analyst to join the TMCT security team to serve as the first internal responder to alerts generated by our outsourced SOC provider. In this role the individual will perform initial triage, conduct low level investigations, interact directly with end users and asset owners, and escalate verified incidents for advanced analysis and response. The level 1 SOC analyst will act as a key link between our internal security team and the external SOC, ensuring that potential threats are quickly validated, documented, and routed through appropriate channels for resolution. Duties: Alert Triage: Review and assess alerts escalated by the outsourced SOC; validate their accuracy and determine potential impact. Initial Investigation: Perform first-line investigation using available tools (SIEM, Device Logs, firewall logs and SIEM alerts). User Interaction: Engage with affected end users or asset owners to collect additional information, verify events, or guide immediate containment steps (e.g.asset isolation, password reset). Escalation: Escalate confirmed or high severity incidents to the Level 2 SOC (outsourced) or internal incident response teams, ensuring complete and accurate handoff documentation. Incident Documentation: Create and maintain detailed case notes, timelines, and evidence within the case management system to support investigations and compliance requirements. Collaboration: Serve as the coordination point between the security team and the external SOC partner, maintaining strong communication and situational awareness. Playbook Execution: follow established triage and escalation playbooks; suggest improvements based on recurring issues or inefficiencies. Threat Awareness: Maintain awareness of current cyber threats, attacker techniques (MITRE ATT&CK), and industry trends relevant to the organisations threat landscape. Essential: 2-4 years of experience in a SOC, IT Operations, or security support role. Understanding of key security concepts including malware, phishing, lateral movement and privilege escalation. Working knowledge of network fundamentals, windows/Linux system logs and authentication systems. Working knowledge of SIEM platforms (e.g. Microsoft sentinel, Splunk, Elastic, QRadar). Desirable: Awareness of security frameworks and methodologies (NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, ISO27001). Qualifications: Desirable: CompTIA Security+, CySA+ or other entry level certification.
Information Security Analyst - Staffordshire Cyber Analyst to join the Information Security Team. Someone who can take those outputs from projects / tools and drive improvements. Looking for an experienced, proactive Security Analyst to ensure the correct level of security integrity to protect systems, information, personal data and people from cyber-attacks and unauthorised access. Working with other departments to ensure security systems are secure, fit for purpose and protected to an optimal level. You will be responsible for driving the security scrutiny, culture, awareness, and adoption across the business. Security Toolsets and a Technical Mindset, you re not expected or required to be an expert in all areas but expected to have a solid understanding and grounding in security principals to adapt to the varied requirements Experienced in a wide variety of security software, systems, services and toolsets such as E-mail Security, EDR, NAC, IT/OT Segmentation, 365 etc along with an understanding of malware prevention, emerging threats, attacks and vulnerability management Understanding of Information Security best practice for elements including workstations, servers, cloud, networking, architecture, common protocols, and application security Can confidently perform security audits, both internal and external (e.g., third party and supplier assurance) and ensure recommendations are followed for continuous improvement Strong Incident Response Management skills including threat and vulnerability analysis Understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, and Cyber Essentials As the analyst you will work with the security manager and engineer the day-to-day running and monitoring of Information Security systems. Analyse and interpret outputs to identify security weaknesses and recommend continuous improvements and be involved in - Respond to Security Incidents, reports and alerts ensuring prompt containment and recovery. Plan and oversee regular security penetration testing against new and existing services to identify weaknesses and formulate plans and processes to minimise current and future risk Conduct regular security risk reviews and manage security remediation activity, internally on new IT/Business projects and with third parties This is working for an excellent client who offer progression and development. This is an office-based role in Staffordshire and you will join a small, dedicated security team.
29/04/2026
Full time
Information Security Analyst - Staffordshire Cyber Analyst to join the Information Security Team. Someone who can take those outputs from projects / tools and drive improvements. Looking for an experienced, proactive Security Analyst to ensure the correct level of security integrity to protect systems, information, personal data and people from cyber-attacks and unauthorised access. Working with other departments to ensure security systems are secure, fit for purpose and protected to an optimal level. You will be responsible for driving the security scrutiny, culture, awareness, and adoption across the business. Security Toolsets and a Technical Mindset, you re not expected or required to be an expert in all areas but expected to have a solid understanding and grounding in security principals to adapt to the varied requirements Experienced in a wide variety of security software, systems, services and toolsets such as E-mail Security, EDR, NAC, IT/OT Segmentation, 365 etc along with an understanding of malware prevention, emerging threats, attacks and vulnerability management Understanding of Information Security best practice for elements including workstations, servers, cloud, networking, architecture, common protocols, and application security Can confidently perform security audits, both internal and external (e.g., third party and supplier assurance) and ensure recommendations are followed for continuous improvement Strong Incident Response Management skills including threat and vulnerability analysis Understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, and Cyber Essentials As the analyst you will work with the security manager and engineer the day-to-day running and monitoring of Information Security systems. Analyse and interpret outputs to identify security weaknesses and recommend continuous improvements and be involved in - Respond to Security Incidents, reports and alerts ensuring prompt containment and recovery. Plan and oversee regular security penetration testing against new and existing services to identify weaknesses and formulate plans and processes to minimise current and future risk Conduct regular security risk reviews and manage security remediation activity, internally on new IT/Business projects and with third parties This is working for an excellent client who offer progression and development. This is an office-based role in Staffordshire and you will join a small, dedicated security team.
Configuration Analyst (CMDB) ITIL A key role within service operations, responsible for the build, accuracy, integrity, and ongoing maintenance of the Configuration Management Database (CMDB). Looking for an experienced candidate with experience of - • ITIL v4 Configuration Management and CMDB best practices. • Hands-on experience with at least one major CMDB platform such as: • ServiceNow CMDB • Jira / Insight CMDB • Experience working with discovery tools, asset systems, and configuration data sources. • Ability to interpret technical infrastructure (servers, networks, cloud, applications) and map them logically. • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and data quality assurance skills. • Excellent communication skills and ability to work with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders. This would suit someone who has high attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy, ownership mindset with a strong sense of responsibility who can work cross-functionally and influence without authority. Ensuring all Configuration Items (CIs) and their relationships are properly identified, recorded, controlled, and kept up to date to support effective IT service delivery, impact assessment, change management, compliance, and operational stability. Working closely with engineering, cloud, and service management teams to ensure the CMDB becomes a single, trusted source of truth for the technology estate. CMDB Ownership and Governance CI Discovery, Integration & Data Quality Service Mapping & Dependency Modelling Support for ITSM Processes Reporting & Data Insights Stakeholder Collaboration Preferred Certifications: ITIL Foundation v3/v4 (minimum), ITIL Specialist or higher certifications (advantageous), Platform-specific CMDB certifications (e.g., ServiceNow CISCMDB) are highly desirable. • Security clearance will be mandatory and ability to attain higher clearance levels is essential.
29/04/2026
Full time
Configuration Analyst (CMDB) ITIL A key role within service operations, responsible for the build, accuracy, integrity, and ongoing maintenance of the Configuration Management Database (CMDB). Looking for an experienced candidate with experience of - • ITIL v4 Configuration Management and CMDB best practices. • Hands-on experience with at least one major CMDB platform such as: • ServiceNow CMDB • Jira / Insight CMDB • Experience working with discovery tools, asset systems, and configuration data sources. • Ability to interpret technical infrastructure (servers, networks, cloud, applications) and map them logically. • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and data quality assurance skills. • Excellent communication skills and ability to work with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders. This would suit someone who has high attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy, ownership mindset with a strong sense of responsibility who can work cross-functionally and influence without authority. Ensuring all Configuration Items (CIs) and their relationships are properly identified, recorded, controlled, and kept up to date to support effective IT service delivery, impact assessment, change management, compliance, and operational stability. Working closely with engineering, cloud, and service management teams to ensure the CMDB becomes a single, trusted source of truth for the technology estate. CMDB Ownership and Governance CI Discovery, Integration & Data Quality Service Mapping & Dependency Modelling Support for ITSM Processes Reporting & Data Insights Stakeholder Collaboration Preferred Certifications: ITIL Foundation v3/v4 (minimum), ITIL Specialist or higher certifications (advantageous), Platform-specific CMDB certifications (e.g., ServiceNow CISCMDB) are highly desirable. • Security clearance will be mandatory and ability to attain higher clearance levels is essential.
We are recruiting for an IT Operations person to join a team of 3 who run IT for a brilliant company based in Nursling. The company has 80 desktops, 15 servers and all the other infrastructure you would expect. The company operates across several sites, it is a successful and growing business, innovative and invests in IT. This role reports to the Board and will play a team role with two others to run all aspects of IT. The role plays a pivotal role in maintaining the stability, security and performance of the company's IT systems. It is a role you can make your own and input your continuous improvement ideas. The team and company are a fantastic work environment, one of the best. The Role This role will be part of a small but high performing team, focused on the following: Taking ownership of operational performance Providing assurance on service compliance, health and technical risks Champion best practice across service delivery, patch management and system resilience Act with some autonomy, taking ownership of IT operations Some specific tasks include: System & Infrastructure, ie: Windows Server/Active Directory/Group Policy Windows 11 Microsoft 365 Administration Hyper-V Virtual Servers Veeam Backup and Replication SQL database administration/Crystal reports TCP/IP, DNS, Routers, Firewalls, Switches, VPN's etc Support of mobile devices including tablets, phones, scanners etcc Service Delivery - ie own the service delivery KPIs, and drive process improvement through ITIL aligned practices. Produce weekly operational reports. The Ideal Candidate We're looking for the following in the successful candidate: Solid, progressive experience in IT operations or Service delivery in a similar scale, 50-300 user Organisation. Hands on experience with Microsoft 365 and other Microsoft packages used in IT Understanding of networking fundamentals, patch management and system monitoring Practical knowledge of ITIL principles Able to work in a friendly, non competitive, collaborative environment In terms of personal attributes, it's important you are methodical, calm and able to make decisions, work independently and take ownership. The team and company are super nice, so you need to be a decent, ethical person who works well in a team. Additional Information This is working for a fantastic company who really value their staff. Please note, due to the volume of applications we are not always able to contact each applicant individually. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days of application please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
29/04/2026
Full time
We are recruiting for an IT Operations person to join a team of 3 who run IT for a brilliant company based in Nursling. The company has 80 desktops, 15 servers and all the other infrastructure you would expect. The company operates across several sites, it is a successful and growing business, innovative and invests in IT. This role reports to the Board and will play a team role with two others to run all aspects of IT. The role plays a pivotal role in maintaining the stability, security and performance of the company's IT systems. It is a role you can make your own and input your continuous improvement ideas. The team and company are a fantastic work environment, one of the best. The Role This role will be part of a small but high performing team, focused on the following: Taking ownership of operational performance Providing assurance on service compliance, health and technical risks Champion best practice across service delivery, patch management and system resilience Act with some autonomy, taking ownership of IT operations Some specific tasks include: System & Infrastructure, ie: Windows Server/Active Directory/Group Policy Windows 11 Microsoft 365 Administration Hyper-V Virtual Servers Veeam Backup and Replication SQL database administration/Crystal reports TCP/IP, DNS, Routers, Firewalls, Switches, VPN's etc Support of mobile devices including tablets, phones, scanners etcc Service Delivery - ie own the service delivery KPIs, and drive process improvement through ITIL aligned practices. Produce weekly operational reports. The Ideal Candidate We're looking for the following in the successful candidate: Solid, progressive experience in IT operations or Service delivery in a similar scale, 50-300 user Organisation. Hands on experience with Microsoft 365 and other Microsoft packages used in IT Understanding of networking fundamentals, patch management and system monitoring Practical knowledge of ITIL principles Able to work in a friendly, non competitive, collaborative environment In terms of personal attributes, it's important you are methodical, calm and able to make decisions, work independently and take ownership. The team and company are super nice, so you need to be a decent, ethical person who works well in a team. Additional Information This is working for a fantastic company who really value their staff. Please note, due to the volume of applications we are not always able to contact each applicant individually. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days of application please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Cyber Security Jobs at ITOL Recruit
Hemsby, Norfolk
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
28/04/2026
Full time
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
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Scarborough, Yorkshire
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
28/04/2026
Full time
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
Cyber Security Jobs at ITOL Recruit
Tonypandy, Mid Glamorgan
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
28/04/2026
Full time
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
28/04/2026
Full time
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
Cyber Security Jobs at ITOL Recruit
Desborough, Northamptonshire
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
28/04/2026
Full time
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
Cyber Security Jobs at ITOL Recruit
Runcorn, Cheshire
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
28/04/2026
Full time
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
28/04/2026
Full time
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
Cyber Security Jobs at ITOL Recruit
Bognor Regis, Sussex
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
28/04/2026
Full time
Cyber Security Trainee Placement Programme £28K £40K Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back Ready to start a career in Cyber Security? ITOL Recruit s Cyber Security Analyst Traineeship is designed for candidates looking to break into one of the UK s fastest-growing industries. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first Cyber Security Analyst role in as little as 1 3 months. Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Salary Expectations: IT Technician / Helpdesk: £30,000+ Cyber Security roles after progression: £40,000+ Senior Cyber Security roles: £45,000+ We Get You Hired We re not new to this. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years experience placing candidates into business analysis, project management, and change management roles. Flexible, Affordable, Achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Our Programme Includes: CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications Live Labs to practise configuring networks, troubleshooting systems, and identifying vulnerabilities Professional CV and LinkedIn optimisation Dedicated recruitment support until you re placed Note: Please note this is a training course, and fees apply. Ready to Start? If you re motivated, curious, and ready to break into cyber security, we ll help you turn that ambition into a career you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.
SOC / Cyber Threat Detection Analyst - SANS/GIAC Cyber Threat Detection Analyst Location: Wokingham, Berkshire (On-site) Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + excellent benefits & training Security Clearance: Ideally SC Cleared or eligible for SC Role Overview As a Cyber Threat Detection Analyst, you will play a hands-on role within an advanced cyber defence function, focused on proactive threat hunting, adversary behaviour analysis, and high-fidelity threat detection across enterprise environments. This role goes beyond reactive alert handling. You will actively hunt for malicious activity using telemetry, SIEM data, and threat intelligence, develop hypotheses based on MITRE ATT&CK Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), and support incident management and response activities when threats are identified. We are open to experienced SOC Analysts where threat hunting, investigations, and proactive detection have formed a significant part of their role, and who are looking to further develop in a more hunting-led environment. This position is well suited to analysts who enjoy thinking like an attacker, have worked alongside or supported red team or purple team activities, and want to deepen their expertise in threat detection and detection engineering. Skills & Experience We're Seeking Experience in threat hunting, cyber threat detection, SOC, blue team, or cyber defence environments, with ideally around five years hands on experience. Strong hands-on experience using SIEM platforms, including: Microsoft Sentinel (KQL) Splunk (SPL) Elastic Security/Kibana (KQL, ESQL) Practical and operational understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, attacker techniques, and adversary tradecraft Experience working with Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and threat intelligence feeds Solid experience across the security event life cycle, including detection, investigation, and incident management Hands-on experience with EDR/XDR technologies such as Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Carbon Black Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, Firewalls, VPNs, Proxy technologies) Experience analysing telemetry from Windows, Linux, identity, endpoint, and network sources Strong analytical mindset with the ability to clearly communicate findings, impact, and risk Key Responsibilities Conduct proactive threat hunting activities across log, endpoint, and network telemetry to identify suspicious, stealthy, or previously unknown threats Develop and execute hunt hypotheses aligned to MITRE ATT&CK TTPs, adversary behaviours, and emerging threat intelligence Write, refine, and optimise SIEM queries using KQL, SPL, Elastic/ESQL, and Kibana Query Language Perform IOC analysis, enrichment, and validation, integrating internal and external threat intelligence sources Lead investigations from initial detection through scoping, root cause analysis, and impact assessment Support incident management and incident response activities, including containment, remediation, escalation, and lessons learned Collaborate closely with SOC teams, incident responders, red teams, and purple teams to validate detections and improve defensive coverage Contribute to detection logic improvements, use-case development, and continuous enhancement of hunting methodologies Produce clear investigation write-ups, timelines, and recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders Security Certifications (Highly Beneficial) SANS/GIAC certifications, including but not limited to: GCIH - Incident Handler GCIA - Intrusion Analyst GCED - Enterprise Defender GCTI - Cyber Threat Intelligence GMON - Continuous Monitoring GDAT - Defending Advanced Threats GCAT - Advanced Threat Intelligence OSCP or equivalent offensive security qualifications Crest certifications, such as: Crest Practitioner Intrusion Analyst (CPIA) Crest Registered Intrusion Analyst (CRIA) Crest Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CCTIA) Crest Certified Blue Team Professional (CCBTP) Microsoft SC-200 or related detection and response certifications Other recognised cyber security or threat intelligence credentials
28/04/2026
Full time
SOC / Cyber Threat Detection Analyst - SANS/GIAC Cyber Threat Detection Analyst Location: Wokingham, Berkshire (On-site) Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + excellent benefits & training Security Clearance: Ideally SC Cleared or eligible for SC Role Overview As a Cyber Threat Detection Analyst, you will play a hands-on role within an advanced cyber defence function, focused on proactive threat hunting, adversary behaviour analysis, and high-fidelity threat detection across enterprise environments. This role goes beyond reactive alert handling. You will actively hunt for malicious activity using telemetry, SIEM data, and threat intelligence, develop hypotheses based on MITRE ATT&CK Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), and support incident management and response activities when threats are identified. We are open to experienced SOC Analysts where threat hunting, investigations, and proactive detection have formed a significant part of their role, and who are looking to further develop in a more hunting-led environment. This position is well suited to analysts who enjoy thinking like an attacker, have worked alongside or supported red team or purple team activities, and want to deepen their expertise in threat detection and detection engineering. Skills & Experience We're Seeking Experience in threat hunting, cyber threat detection, SOC, blue team, or cyber defence environments, with ideally around five years hands on experience. Strong hands-on experience using SIEM platforms, including: Microsoft Sentinel (KQL) Splunk (SPL) Elastic Security/Kibana (KQL, ESQL) Practical and operational understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, attacker techniques, and adversary tradecraft Experience working with Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and threat intelligence feeds Solid experience across the security event life cycle, including detection, investigation, and incident management Hands-on experience with EDR/XDR technologies such as Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Carbon Black Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, Firewalls, VPNs, Proxy technologies) Experience analysing telemetry from Windows, Linux, identity, endpoint, and network sources Strong analytical mindset with the ability to clearly communicate findings, impact, and risk Key Responsibilities Conduct proactive threat hunting activities across log, endpoint, and network telemetry to identify suspicious, stealthy, or previously unknown threats Develop and execute hunt hypotheses aligned to MITRE ATT&CK TTPs, adversary behaviours, and emerging threat intelligence Write, refine, and optimise SIEM queries using KQL, SPL, Elastic/ESQL, and Kibana Query Language Perform IOC analysis, enrichment, and validation, integrating internal and external threat intelligence sources Lead investigations from initial detection through scoping, root cause analysis, and impact assessment Support incident management and incident response activities, including containment, remediation, escalation, and lessons learned Collaborate closely with SOC teams, incident responders, red teams, and purple teams to validate detections and improve defensive coverage Contribute to detection logic improvements, use-case development, and continuous enhancement of hunting methodologies Produce clear investigation write-ups, timelines, and recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders Security Certifications (Highly Beneficial) SANS/GIAC certifications, including but not limited to: GCIH - Incident Handler GCIA - Intrusion Analyst GCED - Enterprise Defender GCTI - Cyber Threat Intelligence GMON - Continuous Monitoring GDAT - Defending Advanced Threats GCAT - Advanced Threat Intelligence OSCP or equivalent offensive security qualifications Crest certifications, such as: Crest Practitioner Intrusion Analyst (CPIA) Crest Registered Intrusion Analyst (CRIA) Crest Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CCTIA) Crest Certified Blue Team Professional (CCBTP) Microsoft SC-200 or related detection and response certifications Other recognised cyber security or threat intelligence credentials
IT Service Desk Analyst, First Line Support Engineer, Windows 10/11- local to the Salisbury area, is required for our services client. Paying £30K-35K per year (dependent upon experience) with excellent benefits and the opportunity to become certified in ITIL v.4 and Comptia as well as SC Security Cleared. Based near to Salisbury, Wiltshire, South West - commutable from Trowbridge, Bath, Shaftesbury, Devizes, you will join a small, friendly team of IT Support Analysts. To work on site 5 days a week initially, reducing to 4 days a week once probationary period is complete. This role is a perfect fit for an IT Helpdesk Analyst, IT Support Analyst looking for technical growth in ITIL and Comptia. What You ll Do: Provide IT support to users via the IT Service Desk-mainly over the phone, but also sometimes in person. Handle and manage incoming calls and online requests and log within the Service Management tool (Halo). Through troubleshooting and fault diagnosis, triage and resolve user issues as a first call fix wherever possible; escalate to agreed 2nd line support teams as appropriate and ensure customers are kept informed of progress. Provide on-site support in regions as required. Assist the IT Service Desk Lead in preparing IT Operations management information and reports. Conduct software license management activities associated with user requests. Ensure all assets are managed and tracked throughout the asset s lifecycle. Experience/Skills You ll Need: Windows 10 and 11, MS Office 2016, 2019, O365. Experience working in a distributed / hybrid multi-office environment. IT Service tickets (incidents, requests, problems) End user-device installation, configuration and troubleshooting of Windows desktops, laptops and Android tablets IT Security good practices Software license management and tracking. Experience supporting end user network connectivity (Broadband, 4G, Starlink). Desirable: ITIL v4 Foundation CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent recent certification. - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
28/04/2026
Full time
IT Service Desk Analyst, First Line Support Engineer, Windows 10/11- local to the Salisbury area, is required for our services client. Paying £30K-35K per year (dependent upon experience) with excellent benefits and the opportunity to become certified in ITIL v.4 and Comptia as well as SC Security Cleared. Based near to Salisbury, Wiltshire, South West - commutable from Trowbridge, Bath, Shaftesbury, Devizes, you will join a small, friendly team of IT Support Analysts. To work on site 5 days a week initially, reducing to 4 days a week once probationary period is complete. This role is a perfect fit for an IT Helpdesk Analyst, IT Support Analyst looking for technical growth in ITIL and Comptia. What You ll Do: Provide IT support to users via the IT Service Desk-mainly over the phone, but also sometimes in person. Handle and manage incoming calls and online requests and log within the Service Management tool (Halo). Through troubleshooting and fault diagnosis, triage and resolve user issues as a first call fix wherever possible; escalate to agreed 2nd line support teams as appropriate and ensure customers are kept informed of progress. Provide on-site support in regions as required. Assist the IT Service Desk Lead in preparing IT Operations management information and reports. Conduct software license management activities associated with user requests. Ensure all assets are managed and tracked throughout the asset s lifecycle. Experience/Skills You ll Need: Windows 10 and 11, MS Office 2016, 2019, O365. Experience working in a distributed / hybrid multi-office environment. IT Service tickets (incidents, requests, problems) End user-device installation, configuration and troubleshooting of Windows desktops, laptops and Android tablets IT Security good practices Software license management and tracking. Experience supporting end user network connectivity (Broadband, 4G, Starlink). Desirable: ITIL v4 Foundation CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent recent certification. - SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
IT Service Desk Analyst Aldershot Location: Aldershot (with travel when required) Employment Type: Full Time Working Hours: Monday to Friday What s in it for you We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you re not just taking a job - you re starting a career with real support behind it.? 25 annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more Group Personal Pension Plan Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications 24/7 access to a virtual GP?and Mental health support & counselling services? Cycle to Work scheme? Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!? Life assurance cover? Long service recognition? Active local social committees? Regular social events? Paid volunteering opportunities in your community? About the role As an IT Service Desk Analyst, you will provide first-line support to the business, acting as the initial point of contact for IT queries, incidents, and service requests. You will deliver effective customer support in line with ITSM best practices, providing guidance and training to users where needed, ensuring issues are logged, resolved, or escalated appropriately, and helping maintain high standards of service quality and performance across the IT Service Desk. As an IT Service Desk Analyst you will Act as the first point of contact for IT services, delivering high?quality first?line technical support in line with ITSM best practices and a strong customer?service focus. Log, manage, and resolve incidents and service requests accurately within the ITSM system, taking ownership through ITIL processes to ensure SLA, quality, and performance targets are met. Support IT operations, including user onboarding/offboarding, device setup, access management, asset tracking, and maintaining IT standards, policies, procedures, and the knowledgebase. Work collaboratively with the wider IT team and stakeholders to support change management activities, the IT roadmap, and the delivery of business?critical IT services during operational hours. Assist the Service Desk Manager with service improvement initiatives, customer feedback programmes, and provide support and cover across the IT function when required. Adhere to all company and IT policies, including health & safety, security, and data protection, and undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as directed. About you You ll be a customer?focused IT professional with experience providing first?line support, comfortable working with Microsoft technologies including Windows Server and client operating systems, Microsoft 365 and Entra ID, Exchange, networking (WAN/LAN/Wi?Fi), mobile device management, and security tools such as anti?virus solutions. An understanding of IT Service Management principles is important, with ITIL Foundation certification (or a willingness to complete it) required. A degree or equivalent in an IT?related subject is desirable but not essential. You ll bring strong problem?solving and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently, manage priorities, and remain calm under pressure. With excellent verbal and written communication skills, you ll take pride in delivering high?quality customer service and supporting users in a professional, approachable, and solution?focused manner. Our commitment to Equal Opportunities ? We re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.?Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.?
28/04/2026
Full time
IT Service Desk Analyst Aldershot Location: Aldershot (with travel when required) Employment Type: Full Time Working Hours: Monday to Friday What s in it for you We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you re not just taking a job - you re starting a career with real support behind it.? 25 annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more Group Personal Pension Plan Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications 24/7 access to a virtual GP?and Mental health support & counselling services? Cycle to Work scheme? Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!? Life assurance cover? Long service recognition? Active local social committees? Regular social events? Paid volunteering opportunities in your community? About the role As an IT Service Desk Analyst, you will provide first-line support to the business, acting as the initial point of contact for IT queries, incidents, and service requests. You will deliver effective customer support in line with ITSM best practices, providing guidance and training to users where needed, ensuring issues are logged, resolved, or escalated appropriately, and helping maintain high standards of service quality and performance across the IT Service Desk. As an IT Service Desk Analyst you will Act as the first point of contact for IT services, delivering high?quality first?line technical support in line with ITSM best practices and a strong customer?service focus. Log, manage, and resolve incidents and service requests accurately within the ITSM system, taking ownership through ITIL processes to ensure SLA, quality, and performance targets are met. Support IT operations, including user onboarding/offboarding, device setup, access management, asset tracking, and maintaining IT standards, policies, procedures, and the knowledgebase. Work collaboratively with the wider IT team and stakeholders to support change management activities, the IT roadmap, and the delivery of business?critical IT services during operational hours. Assist the Service Desk Manager with service improvement initiatives, customer feedback programmes, and provide support and cover across the IT function when required. Adhere to all company and IT policies, including health & safety, security, and data protection, and undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as directed. About you You ll be a customer?focused IT professional with experience providing first?line support, comfortable working with Microsoft technologies including Windows Server and client operating systems, Microsoft 365 and Entra ID, Exchange, networking (WAN/LAN/Wi?Fi), mobile device management, and security tools such as anti?virus solutions. An understanding of IT Service Management principles is important, with ITIL Foundation certification (or a willingness to complete it) required. A degree or equivalent in an IT?related subject is desirable but not essential. You ll bring strong problem?solving and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently, manage priorities, and remain calm under pressure. With excellent verbal and written communication skills, you ll take pride in delivering high?quality customer service and supporting users in a professional, approachable, and solution?focused manner. Our commitment to Equal Opportunities ? We re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.?Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.?
Do you have experience of managing applications and interfaces? Do you have experience of managing Microsoft 365 applications with strong SharePoint skills? Let Informed Recruitment help you to achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity for a Systems to manage the ongoing operation, efficiencies, implementations, and upgrades of a digital estate of applications for a respected, modern, & established social enterprise in the midst of a digital transformation and service improvement programme. The main purpose of the role is to take responsibility for the end-to-end ownership and improvement of the organisation's application estate and any associated integration. You will act as product owner and manage the application roadmap, continuous improvement and upgrades, whilst promoting usability, adoption and value. Further day-to-day activities will include project managing implementations and upgrades; stakeholder management and reporting; third-party supplier management; product roadmap creation and maintenance; project management; support service provision; maintenance of super user network; data integrity and security; and the production of systems documentation and training. Essential Experience working in a Business Systems Manager, Applications Manager, Applications Team Lead, Senior Applications Analyst capacity. Strong experience of application lifecycle management across an estate of SaaS and hybrid applications. Strong Microsoft 365 applications and services experience in an organisational setting. Hands on experience managing SharePoint Online. Experience of working with core business enterprise systems with Finance, CRM, HR & Payroll, etc Project Management/Lead experience. Experience working on projects to install or upgrade commercial SaaS software applications (implementation/upgrade, build, configuration, UAT/testing, UX, training, support) and on service improvements. Mentoring or Leading teams, line management, and/or performance management and motivation. Strong supplier management capabilities. Desirable Relevant certification, such as Microsoft, vendor-specific, PRINCE2, ITIL, etc Experience implementing or operating Microsoft Purview capabilities. Azure Power Apps As an individual you will be analytical with excellent problem-solving skills. You will be a strong communicator both verbally and in presentation with a strong focus on customer service. Alongside a competitive salary you will receive an impressive benefits package that includes a strong contributory pension, healthcare flexible working, generous leave entitlement and professional development. The role is offered on a hybrid basis with two days per week in the office in the Northwest, with the rest of the time working from home. If this role describes you, then please apply without delay for the opportunity to continue your career with a driven yet friendly organisation embarking on a period of system enhancements designed to provide a better service to customers. Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.
28/04/2026
Full time
Do you have experience of managing applications and interfaces? Do you have experience of managing Microsoft 365 applications with strong SharePoint skills? Let Informed Recruitment help you to achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity for a Systems to manage the ongoing operation, efficiencies, implementations, and upgrades of a digital estate of applications for a respected, modern, & established social enterprise in the midst of a digital transformation and service improvement programme. The main purpose of the role is to take responsibility for the end-to-end ownership and improvement of the organisation's application estate and any associated integration. You will act as product owner and manage the application roadmap, continuous improvement and upgrades, whilst promoting usability, adoption and value. Further day-to-day activities will include project managing implementations and upgrades; stakeholder management and reporting; third-party supplier management; product roadmap creation and maintenance; project management; support service provision; maintenance of super user network; data integrity and security; and the production of systems documentation and training. Essential Experience working in a Business Systems Manager, Applications Manager, Applications Team Lead, Senior Applications Analyst capacity. Strong experience of application lifecycle management across an estate of SaaS and hybrid applications. Strong Microsoft 365 applications and services experience in an organisational setting. Hands on experience managing SharePoint Online. Experience of working with core business enterprise systems with Finance, CRM, HR & Payroll, etc Project Management/Lead experience. Experience working on projects to install or upgrade commercial SaaS software applications (implementation/upgrade, build, configuration, UAT/testing, UX, training, support) and on service improvements. Mentoring or Leading teams, line management, and/or performance management and motivation. Strong supplier management capabilities. Desirable Relevant certification, such as Microsoft, vendor-specific, PRINCE2, ITIL, etc Experience implementing or operating Microsoft Purview capabilities. Azure Power Apps As an individual you will be analytical with excellent problem-solving skills. You will be a strong communicator both verbally and in presentation with a strong focus on customer service. Alongside a competitive salary you will receive an impressive benefits package that includes a strong contributory pension, healthcare flexible working, generous leave entitlement and professional development. The role is offered on a hybrid basis with two days per week in the office in the Northwest, with the rest of the time working from home. If this role describes you, then please apply without delay for the opportunity to continue your career with a driven yet friendly organisation embarking on a period of system enhancements designed to provide a better service to customers. Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.
SOC Analyst - 24/7 Secure Operations (Public Sector) IMPORTANT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT You must be a UK National with a minimum of 5 years' continuous UK residency to be considered for this role. Rate: £250-£300 per shift (Inside IR35) Shift pattern: 4 days on / 4 days off (8-12 hour shifts) Location: Hursley, Winchester, Hampshire (100% onsite) I'm currently working with a global consultancy delivering a major UK public sector programme, and I'm looking for an experienced SOC Analyst to join a 24/7 security operations team based on a secure site in Hursley, near Winchester. This is an operational, hands-on SOC role within a highly regulated environment, requiring onsite presence as part of a close-knit shift team. What you'll be working on You'll be responsible for providing Protective Monitoring services across a range of secure customers, operating as part of a collaborative SOC team alongside SOC Engineers and Service Managers. Your day-to-day work will focus on continuous security monitoring using SIEM platforms such as QRadar, Microsoft Sentinel and LogRhythm, identifying and responding to threats, investigating and triaging incidents, and escalating where appropriate. You'll contribute to incident response activities, trend analysis, reporting, rule tuning and continual service improvement, while working within a structured incident response lifecycle. This is a fast-paced operational role and may also include an out-of-hours on-call requirement. What this role is and is not This role is: A hands-on SOC analyst position focused on live monitoring, investigation and response An onsite role within a 24/7 secure operations environment A role suited to individuals who enjoy operational security, teamwork and threat monitoring This role is not: A remote or hybrid role A GRC, policy or assurance-focused position A purely advisory or strategic security role Suitable for candidates without prior SOC or SIEM experience Required skills and experience To be considered, your CV must clearly demonstrate strong evidence of the following: Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200) - mandatory Hands-on experience with SIEM technologies and security tooling Security analytics and proactive threat monitoring Incident investigation, triage and escalation Threat detection, response and trend reporting Rule tuning and continual service improvement Understanding of IT infrastructure and networking Understanding of vulnerability and threat management Understanding of the incident response lifecycle Important note on applications Please ensure your submitted CV explicitly includes clear evidence of the skills listed above. This role is attracting a high volume of applications, and profiles that do not clearly demonstrate the required experience may not be flagged as relevant during initial screening. As my client is looking to hire quickly, the window to apply is short and alignment to the role is critical. If you're an experienced SOC Analyst looking to work on a high-profile public sector programme within a secure operational environment, I'd be very happy to talk you through the role and next steps. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
28/04/2026
Contractor
SOC Analyst - 24/7 Secure Operations (Public Sector) IMPORTANT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT You must be a UK National with a minimum of 5 years' continuous UK residency to be considered for this role. Rate: £250-£300 per shift (Inside IR35) Shift pattern: 4 days on / 4 days off (8-12 hour shifts) Location: Hursley, Winchester, Hampshire (100% onsite) I'm currently working with a global consultancy delivering a major UK public sector programme, and I'm looking for an experienced SOC Analyst to join a 24/7 security operations team based on a secure site in Hursley, near Winchester. This is an operational, hands-on SOC role within a highly regulated environment, requiring onsite presence as part of a close-knit shift team. What you'll be working on You'll be responsible for providing Protective Monitoring services across a range of secure customers, operating as part of a collaborative SOC team alongside SOC Engineers and Service Managers. Your day-to-day work will focus on continuous security monitoring using SIEM platforms such as QRadar, Microsoft Sentinel and LogRhythm, identifying and responding to threats, investigating and triaging incidents, and escalating where appropriate. You'll contribute to incident response activities, trend analysis, reporting, rule tuning and continual service improvement, while working within a structured incident response lifecycle. This is a fast-paced operational role and may also include an out-of-hours on-call requirement. What this role is and is not This role is: A hands-on SOC analyst position focused on live monitoring, investigation and response An onsite role within a 24/7 secure operations environment A role suited to individuals who enjoy operational security, teamwork and threat monitoring This role is not: A remote or hybrid role A GRC, policy or assurance-focused position A purely advisory or strategic security role Suitable for candidates without prior SOC or SIEM experience Required skills and experience To be considered, your CV must clearly demonstrate strong evidence of the following: Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200) - mandatory Hands-on experience with SIEM technologies and security tooling Security analytics and proactive threat monitoring Incident investigation, triage and escalation Threat detection, response and trend reporting Rule tuning and continual service improvement Understanding of IT infrastructure and networking Understanding of vulnerability and threat management Understanding of the incident response lifecycle Important note on applications Please ensure your submitted CV explicitly includes clear evidence of the skills listed above. This role is attracting a high volume of applications, and profiles that do not clearly demonstrate the required experience may not be flagged as relevant during initial screening. As my client is looking to hire quickly, the window to apply is short and alignment to the role is critical. If you're an experienced SOC Analyst looking to work on a high-profile public sector programme within a secure operational environment, I'd be very happy to talk you through the role and next steps. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Network Security Analyst required by a financial services organisation - responsible for influencing and shaping the overarching security strategy, and to recommend and adopt technologies to better safeguard the organisation. This role would be ideal opportunity for an Infrastructure specialist with cyber security knowledge looking for a role to specialise further in Cyber security. The role offers the opportunity for hybrid working with only 1 day a week required in office in a really welcoming and positive working environment. Our client offers a competitive salary and package which includes:- c£40K salary depending on experience Hybrid Working - mainly remote with 1 day per week required in office 35 Hour Week Private Healthcare Generous pension Free Onsite Parking 25 days holidays (rising with service) + 8 bank holidays plus other benefits. Key Skills & Experience: Prior experience of a cyber security role. Experience of a regulated or audited industry would be beneficial. Experience in managing Windows 11, Microsoft Office & Active Directory. Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Group Policy and InTune configuration Excellent understanding of firewall (NGFW) and network technologies and configuration. Proficiently troubleshoot and resolve IT related issues A sound general range of IT skills, which need to be kept up to date in line with IT developments in the business. An excellent understanding of NIST, CIS, ISO27001 framework and controls Experience developing cyber resilience and disaster recovery Confidence to communicate effectively with all layers of the business, including the delivery of reports to management and training and best-practice guidance to all staff Drive efficiency through automation utilising PowerShell, with integration to Microsoft services such as Active Directory and Graph API Responsibilities: End to end management of phishing, through design, scheduling, reporting and training. Conduct staff training covering emerging threats, end-user best practices, phishing, password management and more. Vulnerability management life cycle including detection and remediation Maintain third party 24/7 SOC relationship and workflow approvals Engage in proactive threat assessment with support of the SOC Oversee access reviews across all systems with continued development Infrastructure best practice audit, development and maintenance including work on firewalls, networking, Microsoft Office 365, MDM and antivirus to reduce exposure Data Loss Prevention development and maintenance Maintaining server and end-user compute security in addition to MDM compliance Collaborate within the IT Team to develop security policies, hardening guidelines and department procedure guides Continue development in ISO27001 / CIS / NIST type frameworks ensuring industry best practices This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional working environment with exciting career development opportunities. The role is offered as a permanent role and will provide the incumbent the chance to develop their skills and experience. In return you will enjoy an attractive salary c£40K, a hybrid working environment and a range of benefits including a 35-hour week, healthcare, pension, and free onsite parking. Our client welcomes applications from a diverse background and encourages equality and inclusion in their workforce. Forward your CV to Elaine Hallworth and we will be back in touch to discuss the role and client further.
28/04/2026
Full time
Network Security Analyst required by a financial services organisation - responsible for influencing and shaping the overarching security strategy, and to recommend and adopt technologies to better safeguard the organisation. This role would be ideal opportunity for an Infrastructure specialist with cyber security knowledge looking for a role to specialise further in Cyber security. The role offers the opportunity for hybrid working with only 1 day a week required in office in a really welcoming and positive working environment. Our client offers a competitive salary and package which includes:- c£40K salary depending on experience Hybrid Working - mainly remote with 1 day per week required in office 35 Hour Week Private Healthcare Generous pension Free Onsite Parking 25 days holidays (rising with service) + 8 bank holidays plus other benefits. Key Skills & Experience: Prior experience of a cyber security role. Experience of a regulated or audited industry would be beneficial. Experience in managing Windows 11, Microsoft Office & Active Directory. Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Group Policy and InTune configuration Excellent understanding of firewall (NGFW) and network technologies and configuration. Proficiently troubleshoot and resolve IT related issues A sound general range of IT skills, which need to be kept up to date in line with IT developments in the business. An excellent understanding of NIST, CIS, ISO27001 framework and controls Experience developing cyber resilience and disaster recovery Confidence to communicate effectively with all layers of the business, including the delivery of reports to management and training and best-practice guidance to all staff Drive efficiency through automation utilising PowerShell, with integration to Microsoft services such as Active Directory and Graph API Responsibilities: End to end management of phishing, through design, scheduling, reporting and training. Conduct staff training covering emerging threats, end-user best practices, phishing, password management and more. Vulnerability management life cycle including detection and remediation Maintain third party 24/7 SOC relationship and workflow approvals Engage in proactive threat assessment with support of the SOC Oversee access reviews across all systems with continued development Infrastructure best practice audit, development and maintenance including work on firewalls, networking, Microsoft Office 365, MDM and antivirus to reduce exposure Data Loss Prevention development and maintenance Maintaining server and end-user compute security in addition to MDM compliance Collaborate within the IT Team to develop security policies, hardening guidelines and department procedure guides Continue development in ISO27001 / CIS / NIST type frameworks ensuring industry best practices This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional working environment with exciting career development opportunities. The role is offered as a permanent role and will provide the incumbent the chance to develop their skills and experience. In return you will enjoy an attractive salary c£40K, a hybrid working environment and a range of benefits including a 35-hour week, healthcare, pension, and free onsite parking. Our client welcomes applications from a diverse background and encourages equality and inclusion in their workforce. Forward your CV to Elaine Hallworth and we will be back in touch to discuss the role and client further.
We're expanding our Security Operations Centre in Farnborough and looking for sharp, collaborative L2 SOC Analysts to protect enterprise-scale environments across the Defence sector. You'll investigate real threats, tune detections, and make measurable impact-using Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, and MISP. Your work fuels national security. Your growth fuels our mission. Role based on site in our Farnborough office and is shift work. 2 x 6am to 6pm, 2 x 6pm to 6am, 4 days off. You do need to be eligible for DV Clearance for this role, and cannot start until your clearance is through. What you'll be doing: Monitor, analyse security alerts and events, conduct initial investigations, and determine the appropriate response. Raise complex incidents to Senior Analysts. Manage SOC Incident queues. Support the maintenance of monitored asset baselines of the customer environments. Prepare reports for managed clients to both technical and non-technical audiences, Collaborate on improving detection rules and use cases aligned with Mitre Att&ck and threat-informed defense. Participate in a team effort to guarantee that corporate data and technology platform components are shielded from known threats. Collaborate with team members to maintain and update security incident documentation, including incident reports, analysis findings, and recommended mitigation strategies. Aid the development and use of threat intelligence throughout the service. Ability to work shifts from our office in Farnborough. What you'll bring: Experience demonstrated in Security Operations Centre. Experience using Microsoft Sentinel and Splunk. Knowledge and experience with Mitre Att&ck Framework. Basic knowledge of client-server applications, multi-tier web applications, relational databases, firewalls, VPNs, and enterprise AntiVirus products. Understanding of networking principles including TCP/IP, WANs, LANs and commonly used Internet protocols such as SMTP, HTTP, FTP, POP, LDAP. Entry level cyber security certification (e.g. CompTIA Security+, CEH, CPSA). CREST Practitioner Intrusion Analyst/Blue Teams Level 1 or other SOC related certifications. Completed an academic module in cyber security or a related subject It would be great if you had: Programming and scripting such as Python, Perl, Bash, PowerShell, C++. CREST Practitioner Intrusion Analyst/Blue Teams Level 1 or other SOC related certifications. Experience with SIEM technologies, namely Sentinel and Splunk, with some experience with QRadar. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Permanent Location: Office based in Farnborough Security Clearance Level: Eligible for DV Clearance Internal Recruiter: Jane Salary: To £58K Depending on experience, plus on shift allowance. Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, health cash plan, life assurance, pension. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.
27/04/2026
Full time
We're expanding our Security Operations Centre in Farnborough and looking for sharp, collaborative L2 SOC Analysts to protect enterprise-scale environments across the Defence sector. You'll investigate real threats, tune detections, and make measurable impact-using Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, and MISP. Your work fuels national security. Your growth fuels our mission. Role based on site in our Farnborough office and is shift work. 2 x 6am to 6pm, 2 x 6pm to 6am, 4 days off. You do need to be eligible for DV Clearance for this role, and cannot start until your clearance is through. What you'll be doing: Monitor, analyse security alerts and events, conduct initial investigations, and determine the appropriate response. Raise complex incidents to Senior Analysts. Manage SOC Incident queues. Support the maintenance of monitored asset baselines of the customer environments. Prepare reports for managed clients to both technical and non-technical audiences, Collaborate on improving detection rules and use cases aligned with Mitre Att&ck and threat-informed defense. Participate in a team effort to guarantee that corporate data and technology platform components are shielded from known threats. Collaborate with team members to maintain and update security incident documentation, including incident reports, analysis findings, and recommended mitigation strategies. Aid the development and use of threat intelligence throughout the service. Ability to work shifts from our office in Farnborough. What you'll bring: Experience demonstrated in Security Operations Centre. Experience using Microsoft Sentinel and Splunk. Knowledge and experience with Mitre Att&ck Framework. Basic knowledge of client-server applications, multi-tier web applications, relational databases, firewalls, VPNs, and enterprise AntiVirus products. Understanding of networking principles including TCP/IP, WANs, LANs and commonly used Internet protocols such as SMTP, HTTP, FTP, POP, LDAP. Entry level cyber security certification (e.g. CompTIA Security+, CEH, CPSA). CREST Practitioner Intrusion Analyst/Blue Teams Level 1 or other SOC related certifications. Completed an academic module in cyber security or a related subject It would be great if you had: Programming and scripting such as Python, Perl, Bash, PowerShell, C++. CREST Practitioner Intrusion Analyst/Blue Teams Level 1 or other SOC related certifications. Experience with SIEM technologies, namely Sentinel and Splunk, with some experience with QRadar. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Permanent Location: Office based in Farnborough Security Clearance Level: Eligible for DV Clearance Internal Recruiter: Jane Salary: To £58K Depending on experience, plus on shift allowance. Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, health cash plan, life assurance, pension. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.
