We are seeking an experienced SOC Shift Lead to oversee day-to-day security operations and provide effective leadership within a 24/7 Security Operations Centre. You will coordinate analysts across assigned shifts, ensuring that monitoring, detection, investigation and response activities are delivered consistently and in line with established procedures. The role requires sound technical judgement, clear communication and the ability to remain calm and decisive during high-priority incidents.
Your responsibilities will include supervising and supporting SOC analysts, allocating workload, reviewing alert queues and validating the quality of incident investigations. You will lead the triage and escalation of suspected security events, coordinate response activities with relevant technical teams, and ensure incidents are accurately documented through to closure. You will also monitor service levels, contribute to shift handovers, identify operational risks and recommend improvements to processes, playbooks and use cases. Maintaining accurate reports and providing concise updates to stakeholders will be an important part of the role.
Applicants should have proven experience in a SOC, cyber defence or incident response environment, including practical knowledge of SIEM, EDR, network security monitoring and threat intelligence tools. Experience leading a team or acting as a senior point of escalation is essential, along with a strong understanding of incident management, vulnerability concepts, log analysis and common attack techniques. Relevant professional certifications are desirable. You should be organised, analytical and confident communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences. A flexible approach to shift work, including nights, weekends and public holidays, is required, as is a commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of operational security.
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