Tier 2 SOC Analyst - Systems Integrator
Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited
Job Description
Responsibilities Investigate and respond to complex, escalated security incidents Perform deep-dive analysis and identify root causes of security events Lead containment, eradication, and recovery activities Work directly with clients during live incidents providing updates and guidance Tune and optimise SIEM, EDR/XDR, and detection tools Support and mentor Tier 1 SOC Analysts Contribute to playbooks, automation, and continuous SOC improvement Collaborate with wider security and engineering teams Skills/Must have Proven experience in a SOC or security operations environment Strong knowledge of cyber threats, attack techniques, and defence strategies Hands-on experience with SIEM and EDR/XDR platforms Strong networking and firewall knowledge Fortinet experience is essential Ability to investigate and respond to incidents independently Strong communication skills with client-facing experience Benefits Exposure to complex, high-impact security incidents Opportunity to mentor junior analysts and step into senior responsibilities Clear progression within a growing cyber security team Hands-on experience with modern security tooling Fast-paced and collaborative SOC environment Salary £45,000 – £50,000 base salary per annum #J-18808-Ljbffr