Senior Security Operations Analyst

Pearson

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Job Category: TechnologyJob Description:About the Role:Pearson is looking for an experienced Security Operations Center (SOC) analyst. This role is responsible for performing day-to-day security operations, continuous process improvement, detection engineering and project work related to SOC functions.Responsibilities:
  • Identify, triage and contain security events, using automation and AI capabilities to reduce mean time to containment.
  • Perform in-depth investigation into the underlying root cause of issues.
  • Identify new detection opportunities and refine existing playbooks.
  • Implement and improve security processes and procedures within the SOC.
  • Ability and willingness to engage in a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
  • Maintain awareness and understanding of the current threat landscape. Analyze threat intelligence with an aim to mitigate emerging risks.
Qualifications:
  • Hands on experience and understanding of fundamental security concepts, SOAR, EDR, NDR and SIEM technologies.
  • Hands on experience with one or more Cloud Service Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc).
  • Demonstrate the ability to multitask, adapt and thrive within a fast-paced environment.
  • Have excellent communication skills and stakeholder management.
  • SANS GCIH certification or equivalent.
  • +4 years' experience working in a Security Operations role.

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