Security Operations Analyst - Security

Role context and purpose: We are looking for an experienced SOC Analyst to join our rapidly evolving team. If you thrive in a faced paced, continually changing environment with a company that prides itself on being a flexible, diverse and inclusive employer then Red Helix is for you. The SOC Analyst plays a crucial role in monitoring and analysing security events to identify and respond to potential threats. You will be responsible for working as part of a team to keep our customers safe. This role will have an expectation of on-call with additional out of hours work when required. Responsibilities: Security Monitoring: · Analyse log data, security events, and alerts to identify suspicious activity. · Investigate potential security incidents and escalate them to senior analysts or the incident response team when necessary. · Learn and understand common security threats and indicators of compromise (IOCs). Incident Response: · Assist and act as a lead for the analysts pn incident response, gathering evidence and documenting security incidents. · Understand basic incident response procedures. Security Awareness: · Stay up to date on emerging cyber threats and trends. · Contribute to a culture of security awareness within the SOC team. Collaboration: · Work effectively with other SOC analysts and security professionals. · Communicate security incidents and findings clearly and concisely. Key focus areas: · Monitor and analyse security events for suspicious activity. · Investigate potential security incidents and escalate as needed. · Have an in depth understanding of core security concepts and best practices. · Contribute to a collaborative and security-focused SOC environment. ~ Be able to lead a team effectively and support and deputise for the SOC manager when required to do so PERSON SPECIFICATION: Education and Qualifications · Degree level or equivalent in IT, Computer Science or similar discipline or certification. ~ Cybersecurity certifications a plus (e.g., Security+, CompTIA A+). Experience · Minimum of 2-3 yrs experience in a similar security role · Strong interest in cybersecurity. Competencies and Skills · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. · Excellent attention to detail. · Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies. · Strong communication and collaboration skills. ~ Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks. Knowledge · A good understanding of networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS). · Familiarity with common operating systems (Windows, Linux). · Interest in learning about security tools (SIEM, EDR). · Understanding of security best practices