SOC Analyst (Level 2) – Defend What Matters Most Hemel Hempstead | Onsite | 24/7 Shift Pattern Must be Eligible for high-level UK security clearance Are you ready to step into a role where your skills help protect some of the UK’s most critical systems? We're hiring for a SOC Analyst (Level 2) to join a high-performing team within a leading consultancy that operates at the heart of cybersecurity for defence, aerospace, and national security . Whether you're an experienced SOC professional or a sharp Junior ready to step up, this is your chance to work with cutting-edge tech in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment. The Role • Monitoring & triaging alerts across secure client environments • Investigating threats using logs, traffic, and endpoint telemetry • Supporting incident response, containment & recovery • Developing smarter detection rules (think MITRE ATT&CK) • Creating incident reports for both technical & non-technical audiences • Staying ahead of evolving attack techniques & threat intel We need: • Hands-on SOC experience • Strong SIEM knowledge – Sentinel, Splunk, etc. • Solid grasp of network protocols and security architecture • DV clearance eligibility (UK residency for 10 years) Why this role? You’ll be working on the frontlines of cyber defence, protecting systems that can’t afford to fail.