SOC Analyst Maidenhead, England
BT
Full Time
Maidenhead, England
36110 - 45964 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
SOC Analyst
Job Req ID: 21565
Posting Date: 31 Aug 2023
Function: Cyber Security
Location:
Maidenhead (4312), Maidenhead, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive plus excellent benefits
Job Title: SOC Analyst
Locations: Maidenhead
Due to the sensitive nature of this role you may be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). An allowance of £5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.
Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.
You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.
Why this job matters:
In your role as a SOC Technician, you’ll bring your technical expertise to bear on interesting and challenging problems within Cyber Security. You will be responsible for contributing to the design, deployment, support and maintaining a customer network. You will also help to innovate and develop new products, as well as process improvement initiatives. This role will require working as part of a team, supporting colleagues and collaboration with customers. You will be required to Operate within a 24/7 SOC Team, working day/night shift pattern.
What you’ll do:
- To support delivery/deployment of aspects of an IT and/or Network Security procedure or processes, operations and architectural solution or security build.
- Monitor and response to security/network incidents, work closely with customers and Operational Support teams to resolve requests and incidents in an accordance with contracted Service Level Agreements.
- Utilise security tools to identify trends and provide analysis of security log data.
- Investigate, document, and report on information security issues, emerging threats and physical security issues using environment metrics
- Monitoring the health of security tools and deploying relevant updates to ensure signatures are up to date.
- Provide threat and vulnerability analysis as well as security advisory services.
- Resolve and take ownership of customer incidents attending Technical and Service management bridge calls as required.
What you'll bring:
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively, to deliver on agreed deadlines.
- Experience of 1st line incident detection, hunting, and response as well as the ability to analyse and manage response activities.
- Experience working in a SOC, with knowledge of attack vectors, tactics, and techniques.
You might even have:
- Industry Recognised Qualification from bodies such as COMPTIA or equivalent experience would be desirable.
- COMPTIA Security+/Network+
Diversity and Inclusion:
Diversity makes sense for us, for our customers and for our future. We value different perspectives, skills and experiences, and encourage applications from all sections of the community. Our ambition focuses on recruiting and retaining people who are under-represented in our workforce. Including those from ethnic minority groups, disabled and neurodiverse people and women. However, diversity does not end there and anyone with different backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, ethnicities, ages or stages of life, disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged to apply. Find out more about BT’s D&I manifesto by searching on our website.
What's in it for you:
- Discounted BT Broadband, TV & mobile packages and BT products
- On target Bonus
- 10% pension contribution
- Professional development and paid for industry certifications/qualifications
- Flexible benefits/rewards including dental insurance, healthcare, gym memberships etc.
- Well-being support for you and your family
- 3 days paid volunteering a year
Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. So, if you're excited about this role but your past-experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, don’t worry – we’d still love you to apply!
BT
www.bt.com/careers
London, United Kingdom
Philip Jansen
Unknown / Non-Applicable
10000+ Employees
Company - Public
Telecommunications Services
1846
