Senior Security Operations & SIEM Threat Analyst

AnaVation LLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Security Operations Analyst to enhance threat detection and incident response capabilities. The role involves developing and tuning SIEM rules, conducting investigations, and collaborating with technology teams to optimize security operations. Candidates should have strong experience with security monitoring tools and a proactive mindset. This position offers a hybrid work model along with various benefits, including a health care plan and an annual professional development budget.

Benefits

Health care plan

5% matching pension plan

Gym membership support

Enhanced family leave

Professional development budget

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with SIEM platforms and complex detection rule creation.
• Solid understanding of cloud security principles and DevSecOps.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement detection rules within the SIEM platform.
• Conduct thorough investigations of security alerts generated by systems.
• Monitor and enhance security tooling for optimal performance.

Skills

Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms

Experience with Endpoint Detection and Response tools

Understanding of cloud security principles

Knowledge of incident response methodologies

Scripting or programming skills (Python, PowerShell)

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Job description

A leading security firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Security Operations Analyst to enhance threat detection and incident response capabilities. The role involves developing and tuning SIEM rules, conducting investigations, and collaborating with technology teams to optimize security operations. Candidates should have strong experience with security monitoring tools and a proactive mindset. This position offers a hybrid work model along with various benefits, including a health care plan and an annual professional development budget.