Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst

Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.

We're looking for a Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst to act as the first line of defence for triaging and investigating any security related alerts under the direction of the SOC lead.

This role is part of the InfoSec team which is an integral part of our Group Technology and Data department.

About the Role:

• Monitors, triages, analyses, and investigates alerts, log data, and network traffic, identifying cyber-attacks/security incidents.
• Receives and acts on calls, emails, alerts, etc. relating to security events and possible security incidents.
• Generates security incident review reports, presenting incident information and suggesting security improvements.
• Acts as incident handler during high priority incidents.
• Designs, maintains, and continuously improves SOC documentation, processes and procedures in information security.
• Carries out all the above working closely with the internal SOC team and our security partners

About You:

• Experience working as a security operations analyst, or experience working within IT tech support or Infrastructure operations
• Experience in designing and performing core SOC processes and procedures such as monitoring, triaging, analysing and responding to alerts.
• Experience in using SIEM technology, incident response, vulnerability scanning software, and experience of threat modelling, impact analysis and report writing.
• Experience in acting as an incident handler and documenting incident response reports.
• Strong understanding of the vulnerability landscape, security threats and compromise methods.
• Strong understanding of security threats and compromise methods
• Capable of working independently with initiative where required, but also of contributing to a closely collaborative environment

We operate in a hybrid working model with a mix of office based and remote based work. You'll be expected to come into our London office 3 days a week.

How to Apply

To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for.

The closing date for applications is Friday 18th October 2024.

All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Please contact Sean on to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.

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Benefits & Policies

We offer 30 days annual leave per annum, plus an additional 5 day holiday purchase scheme. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.

You are entitled to life cover, income protection, private healthcare, and free eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.

We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.

Culture & Wellbeing

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace.

We offer great tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including free yoga and pilates. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.

Learning & Development

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.

Our Working Environment

We take pride in our surroundings and are pleased to offer versatile meeting rooms and colourful communal areas. We have a brilliant canteen that caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner, with views overlooking Regent's Canal.