Security Consulting Practitioner (SC Cleared)

SOC Analyst (Contract) - SC Cleared Required

Location: Cheltenham (Remote - UK Based)
Rate: £500 - £685 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35)
Contract Length: 3 Months

SC Clearence: Due to the sensitive nature of the work, candidates must hold active UK Government Security Clearance (SC). Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years UK address history at the point of application.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a SOC Analyst to join a high-performing Security Operations Centre (SOC) team delivering critical cyber defence capabilities within a secure client environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on impactful projects, collaborating with experienced security professionals while gaining hands-on exposure to real-world cyber threats in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.

Key Responsibilities

As a SOC Analyst, you will:

Monitor, triage, and respond to security alerts and incidents
Investigate and analyse potential threats across multiple environments
Escalate security events in line with defined processes
Support continuous improvement through alert tuning and optimisation recommendations
Produce clear and concise incident and performance reports
Maintain awareness of the latest cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques
Collaborate with wider security teams to strengthen detection and response capabilities

Skills & Experience Required

Prior experience (1-2 years desirable) in a SOC Analyst or similar security role
Strong understanding of:
Computer networks
Operating systems (Windows/Linux)
Software, hardware, and general IT infrastructure
Awareness of cybersecurity risks across technologies and how to mitigate them
Working knowledge of security technologies, including:
Network & application firewalls
Host Intrusion Prevention Systems (HIPS)
Antivirus / endpoint protection tools
Relevant academic qualifications or industry training (e.g., Cyber Security, IT Security)