Security Operations Senior Analyst

Technology at Primark

Our technology team is actively shaping the next wave of advancements. Engaged with innovative initiatives, your expertise will propel our business into the future. Collaborating with a creative team of tech enthusiasts, you’ll contribute your unique skills to fuel our technological advancements.

In your role, you’ll collaborate with different people across a range of skillsets. Here’s a flavour of your day-to-day: 

• Security Operations & Incident Response

Manage and respond to security alerts, incidents, and investigations, ensuring timely triage, escalation, and resolution.
• Threat Detection & Vulnerability Management

Perform vulnerability assessments, identify potential threats, and proactively address gaps in detection and security coverage.
• Process & Documentation Management

Develop, maintain, and improve SOC procedures, documentation, and standardized processes to ensure operational excellence.
• Tooling & Asset Coverage

Validate security tool coverage against asset inventory, ensuring comprehensive protection and continuous improvement of security technologies.
• Metrics & Reporting

Produce detailed reports and metrics on security events, trends, and SOC performance to support decision-making and compliance.
• Collaboration & Leadership

Coordinate with internal teams and third parties during major incidents, forensic investigations, and post-incident reviews, driving best practices and improvements.

People are at the heart of what we do here, so it’s essential we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best.

Let’s talk lifestyle:

• Comprehensive healthcare and pension plans, plus the opportunity to earn a performance-based bonus.
• Generous annual leave with 27 days off, plus bank holidays — and the option to purchase 5 extra days.
• Flexible commuting support through Tax Saver Tickets, making your journey to work more affordable.
• On-site fitness centre access, helping you stay active and energised.
• Subsidised cafeteria, offering convenient and cost-effective meal options.
• Tailored benefits designed around you, reflecting Primark’s commitment to supporting your lifestyle and wellbeing.

We want every person in our organisation to feel like they’re making a key contribution. Here are some of the experiences and skills you’ll need for the role:

• Cybersecurity Expertise – 5+ years of enterprise IT security experience, including cloud and on-premise environments, with strong knowledge of modern operating systems and networking protocols.
• Incident Response & Investigations – Proven track record in security operations, handling incidents, investigations, and vulnerability assessments in fast-paced environments.
• Technical Knowledge – Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat detection, and application in complex systems; familiarity with current hacking techniques and vulnerability disclosures.
• Collaboration & Communication – Experience working in multi-skilled teams with excellent written and verbal communication skills, ensuring clear reporting and coordination.
• Certifications & Education – Degree or equivalent experience in IT or cybersecurity; recognized security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH) desirable.
• Analytical & Process-Oriented – Strong problem-solving skills, adherence to defined processes, and ability to balance risks and benefits while delivering high-quality outcomes.

Excited? Good. Because it’s energising to put your skills to work, in a growing global business committed to encouraging people to express themselves – and feel a sense of belonging. Apply to be part of Primark’s future, today… and enjoy career growth, our way.

 

 

 

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