Cyber Security Analyst XDR, NCC Group

• This role is ideal for a seasoned SOC Analyst with experience in cyber security looking to broaden their scope of cyber skills with a strong focus on detection and response to cyber incidents
• Practical knowledge of security and networking toolsets such including Microsofts XDR suite (Sentinel/Defender)
• Pre-existing, in-depth knowledge of common network protocols and endpoint detection/forensics
• Pre-existing, in-depth knowledge of Windows and Linux based operating systems
• Experience in the extensive analysis of common security incidents
• Experience in endpoint
• Ability to stay calm in highly sensitive and high pressure incidents

Desirable

• The Cloud XDR Team are looking for XDR Security Analysts with a passion for security to join the team to help the customers get the most out of our services and to protect their networks
• This is an opportunity to join a technically advanced and talented team and help NCC Group build and deliver world class services to our customers
• Monitor global systems looking for potential threats, vulnerabilities and indicators of compromise
• Perform in-depth analysis of security alerts utilizing Microsoft XDR suite (Sentinel/Defender etc)
• Provide Incident remediation and prevention documentation and recommendations to customers based on defined procedures and analyst experience
• Document and conform to processes related to security monitoring procedures
• Provide customer service that exceeds our customers’ expectations at all times
• Initiate escalation procedure to counteract potential threats, vulnerabilities and threat actors
• Compilation and review of service focused reporting
• Act as an escalation point for more junior members of the team, providing assistance and mentoring where necessary
• Providing assistance to Senior Cyber Security Analysts on Threat Hunting engagements
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of SOC procedures and documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned

• We review every application received and will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for
• If you don’t hear back from us within 10 days, please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies and we would encourage you to keep an eye on our career opportunities as there may be other suitable roles
• Please note that this role involves mandatory pre-employment background checks due to the nature of the work NCC Group does. To apply, you must be willing and able to undergo the vetting process. This role being advertised will be subject to BS7858 screening as a mandatory requirement