Senior SOC Analyst

Work on Technology That Protects What Matters

At SiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter.

We’re looking for a Senior SOC Analyst who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior SOC Analyst, you’ll monitor secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You’ll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision-making for critical operations.

Your work may include:

• Management of small-scale team of Analysts to deliver SOC services across multiple projects and/or platforms 

• Monitoring of Systems for Security Alerts, Intrusions or activity considered to be unauthorised, unexpected or illegal 

• Review and develop existing security controls in line with a constantly growing technical environment 

• Contribute into developing an RBAC model in line with an existing IDAM (Identity and Access Management) service 

• Generate recurring service and security reports for key stakeholders 

• Providing security awareness training to users, stakeholders and visitors including onboarding briefs, security awareness campaigns and supplementary information 

• Assist in the management of existing certification of technical systems, including ISO:27001 and other governance standards 
• Provide ongoing support and guidance on security-related issues to users 
• Collaborate with the Operational Security Manager to develop the SOC as a capability unit 
• Keep up-to-date with the latest security threats and trends 
• Research and develop understanding of security as a discipline
• Shifts throughout 24/7 SOC Service Delivery
  
  

What We’re Looking For

We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don’t need to tick every box, but we’re particularly interested in people with skills/experience in:

• Understanding of the following: 
• SIEM
• Cloud Computing
• Security Incident Management
• Networking
• Threat Intelligence
• Information Security
• Phishing, Ransomware and other key threats
• IDAM (Identity and Access Mgmt)
• JML (Joiners, Movers and Leavers Processes)
• ITSM Policies and Procedures
• Information Classification
• Team Management/Development
  
  

Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered.

About SiXworks

SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner delivering secure, mission-critical technology to Defence and National Security organisations. We focus on digital experimentation, secure-by-design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application development to help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges.

Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive.

Why Join Us

Our culture is guided by six principles: Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity our North Star for how we work. SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fast cutting-edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments.

As an end-to-end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission-critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. We are looking for brilliant, experienced, driven and self-motivated people to join the team on our journey.

We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces.

A word on UK Security Clearance 

Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here:  

United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) 

Interested? 

Please apply!