SOC Analyst

Role Overview 

We have an exciting opportunity for a SOC Analyst to join our growing Secure Managed Services team. We are looking for an individual who can play a crucial role in our Managed SOC service, monitoring, tuning and responding to events in a varied and fast-paced environment.  You will deliver essential safeguarding, risk mitigation and great outcomes for both our own organisation and that of our clients.  

Responsibilities 

As part of the Managed SOC team, monitor and respond to incidents and alerts across a variety of environments and customers.  

Bring your experience and knowledge of the Microsoft suite of products to automate processes and improve existing automation solutions through evolution.  

Demonstrate a working knowledge of KQL to query and analyse security logs and data.  

Apply a strong knowledge of the cyber threats, hazards, risks, controls, and mitigations to protect organisations and people.  

Work directly with our customers to understand their environments and ways of working.    

Work with our partners to ensure that we continue to bring new and innovative solutions into delivery to protect ourselves and our customers.    

Play an active role in the team, contributing to shared development and success.  

Stay up to date with the latest technology developments and promote these within your projects and delivery.   

Maintain documentation and records to a high standard, ensuring the continued delivery of the SOC service for all customers.  

Share knowledge as part of the FSP technical community.   

About you 

You have a minimum two years’ experience as a SOC analyst, preferably in the Microsoft ecosystem. This can be as part of a consultancy, service provider or internally within a business.    

Able to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to deal with a security incident – with particular emphasis on the value of communication, activity tracking and evidence gathering under pressure.  

Able to demonstrate and articulate the value of cyber security investment.    

Technical troubleshooting and investigative skills, supported by an inquisitive nature.  

Knowledge and experience of the following would be advantageous:  

The Microsoft cloud security ecosystem including Sentinel, Entra and Defender. 

Practical experience of using KQL in threat-hunting scenarios 

Documentation and reporting using various Power Platform tools (Power Bi, PowerShell etc.) 

What we look for in our people 

Strong alignment with FSP values and ethos 

Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success 

Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy 

Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

Dedication to excellence and quality 

Who are FSP? 

Founded in 2012, FSP Consulting Services (FSP) are a leading enterprise-level digital evolution and cyber security consultancy. We enable peak performance, cultural cohesion and business growth through technology by adopting a comprehensive approach to strategy and creating viable, sustainable, and resilient digital futures for organisations and their teams. 

At the heart of everything we do is our unwavering commitment to the evolution of organisations and their people. We work in partnership with our clients, helping them to become responsive, engaged and supremely equipped for a successful future, blending high-quality business and technology delivery with a dedication to exceptional client experience. 

Behind this commitment is a dedicated employee-first strategy, built around our organisation’s core values. We are proud to be a multi award-winning workplace, most notably recognised by Best Companies™ as #1 Best Company To Work For in the UK, Tech and the South East in 2023. 

We are ISO27001 and ISO9001 Certified by UKAS. We are also a CREST approved penetration testing and SOC company, IASME Cyber Essentials Certification body and Cyber Essentials Plus certified. 

Find out more about our awards here: https://fsp.co/about-fsp/  

Why work for FSP? 

At FSP, we are committed to providing: 

A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career  

The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of 

A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience 

Hybrid working – we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results 

Industry leading coaching and mentoring  

Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package 

Equal and Fair Opportunity 

 FSP is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all suitable candidates. We consider all applicants for employment regardless of age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief. 

Research suggests that applicants from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles if they do not precisely meet requirements, or if they felt there were clear barriers as to who should apply. If you are excited about a potential role with us but are concerned that you may not be a perfect fit, please do apply, as you may be the ideal candidate for this role or for a different vacancy within FSP. 

We endeavour to always provide fair opportunity for applicants to showcase themselves in the best way possible during any interviews or meetings. If you require any adjustments for a call or in-person meeting, please let us know.